City of Zephyrhills fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the City of Zephyrhills? Yes. The City of Zephyrhills requires a permit before you build a fence.
buildit.dog can turn a fence drawn on an aerial photo of your lot into a complete permit application package for the City of Zephyrhills (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes. Start with your address.
Quick facts
- Permit required
- Yes source
- How to apply
- In person source
Still being confirmed with Zephyrhills: What are the maximum fence heights in front, side and rear yards, and what is the fence permit fee?
How to file for a fence permit in the City of Zephyrhills
Steps based on zephyrhills.gov — Permitting Requirements
- Complete the permit application fully.
- Bring it with a plot plan, survey or footage of the fence to the Building Department before 4:30 p.m. for same-day permitting.
- Call Sunshine 811 at least two full business days before digging.
Who to contact
- Phone
- 813-780-0020
- Hours
- 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Mon-Fri
- Address
- 5335 8th Street, Zephyrhills, FL 33542
Contact from zephyrhills.gov — Permitting Requirements
What to submit
- Plot plan, survey or footage of the fence
- Owner and contractor signatures on the back of the application (notarized), or a copy of the contract
Other rules to know
- Fences are listed as an over-the-counter, same-day permit; permits must be processed before 4:30 p.m.
Before you dig
Call Sunshine 811 before digging post holes (dial 811 or file online at sunshine811.com) at least two full business days ahead. Find your lot corner markers and keep the fence on your side of the line. County parcel maps can be off by several feet; if you're not sure where the line is, a licensed land surveyor can stake it.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a permit to build a fence in the City of Zephyrhills, FL?
Yes. The City of Zephyrhills requires a permit before you build a fence.
How do I apply for a fence permit in the City of Zephyrhills?
Complete the permit application fully. Bring it with a plot plan, survey or footage of the fence to the Building Department before 4:30 p.m. for same-day permitting. Call Sunshine 811 at least two full business days before digging. buildit.dog can turn a fence drawn on an aerial photo of your lot into a complete permit application package for the City of Zephyrhills (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the City of Zephyrhills?
Building Department. Phone 813-780-0020.
Sources
Summarized from the City of Zephyrhills's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
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