City of DeLand fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the City of DeLand? Not confirmed. Contact the City of DeLand before you build; the rules below are what we found in the ordinance.
buildit.dog can turn a fence drawn on an aerial photo of your lot into a complete permit application package for the City of DeLand (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes. Start with your address.
Quick facts
- Permit required
- Not confirmed source
- How to apply
- Online portal source
Still being confirmed with DeLand: Does a residential fence under $7,500 need only a zoning review, and what are the fence height and setback limits?
How to file for a fence permit in the City of DeLand
Steps based on delandfl.gov — Building Application Instructions
- Check with the city whether your fence needs a permit or only zoning review.
- Apply online through the DeLand Citizen Portal under Accessory Building or Structure.
- Call Sunshine 811 at least two full business days before digging.
Who to contact
Building Department
- Phone
- 386-626-7000
- Hours
- Monday-Friday, 8 am-5 pm
- Address
- 120 S Florida Avenue, DeLand, FL 32720
Contact from delandfl.gov — Building Application Instructions
Other rules to know
- City code says permits are required for fences (accessory structures); the city Permit Exemption page lists "Fence installation (Zoning Review still required)" for projects under $7,500. Sources differ, so confirm.
- Fees are on the city Building and Impact Fees page.
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 DeLand, FL?
Not confirmed. Contact the City of DeLand before you build; the rules below are what we found in the ordinance.
How do I apply for a fence permit in the City of DeLand?
Check with the city whether your fence needs a permit or only zoning review. Apply online through the DeLand Citizen Portal under Accessory Building or Structure. 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 DeLand (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the City of DeLand?
Building Department. Phone 386-626-7000.
Sources
Summarized from the City of DeLand's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
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If anything on this page is wrong or out of date, tell us and we'll fix it. Municipal staff reports are reviewed first. Please include a link to the current ordinance, form or fee schedule if you can.