Seminole County fence permit rules
Fence rules in Seminole 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 Altamonte Springs | Yes | 6 ft | 3 ft in the residential front yard | 407-571-8433 |
| City of Casselberry | Yes | 8 ft | 3 ft forward of the front building line | 407-262-7700 |
| City of Lake Mary | Yes | 8 ft | 6 ft in front yard or street-side setbacks | 407-585-1366 |
| City of Longwood | No | 8 ft | 42 inches in a front yard | 407-260-3467 |
| City of Oviedo | Yes | 6 ft | 4 ft or less to be exempt from the front-yard setback; otherwise the front setback equals the district building setback | 407-971-5776 |
| City of Sanford | Yes | 6 ft | 4 ft in the front yard | 407-688-5150 |
| Unincorporated Seminole County | Yes | — | — | 407-665-7050 |
Not sure which municipality you're in? Your tax bill names it, or look up your address.