Polk County fence permit rules
Fence rules in Polk County are set by each city, town and village, and by the county for unincorporated areas. Pick your city for height limits, setbacks, fees, step-by-step filing instructions and the person to call.
| Municipality | Permit? | Side/rear max | Front yard | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Bartow | Yes | — | — | 863-534-0157 |
| City of Eagle Lake | Ask | — | — | (863) 229-5032 |
| City of Frostproof | Yes | — | — | 863-635-7854 |
| City of Lake Alfred | Yes | — | — | 863-291-5748 |
| City of Lake Wales | Yes | — | — | — |
| City of Lakeland | No | — | — | 863-834-7526 |
| City of Polk City | Yes | — | — | (863) 984-1375 |
| City of Winter Haven | Ask | — | — | 863-291-5695 |
| Haines City | Ask | — | — | 863-421-3600 |
| Town of Dundee | Yes | — | — | (863) 438-8330 |
| Unincorporated Polk County | No | — | — | (863) 534-6080 |
Not sure which municipality you're in? Your tax bill names it, or look up your address.