City of Burlington fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the City of Burlington? Yes. The City of Burlington 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 Burlington (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes. Start with your address.
Quick facts
- Permit required
- Yes source
- Fee
- $75.00 (Fence Permit) source
- How to apply
- Online portal source
Still being confirmed with Burlington: What are the fence height and setback limits? Can applications be emailed?
How to file for a fence permit in the City of Burlington
Steps based on burlingtonnc.gov — Applications
- Download the Fence Permit form from the City's Applications page.
- Create an account on the City's BurlingtonSmart portal and submit the application there.
- Questions: call the Planning Department at 336-222-5110 (reference the document name 'Fence Permits').
- Call 811 before digging.
Who to contact
- Phone
- 336-222-5110
- Address
- City of Burlington, Planning Department, P.O. Box 1358, Burlington, NC 27216-1358
Contact from burlingtonnc.gov — Planning Fee Schedule and Documents
What to submit
Other rules to know
- The Applications page ties the fence permit form to UDO Section 4.5.F.11.
- Part of Burlington lies in Guilford County; this entry covers the City's permit process generally.
Before you dig
Call 811 before digging post holes so underground utility lines are marked. Find your lot corner markers and keep the fence on your side of the line. 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 Burlington, NC?
Yes. The City of Burlington requires a permit before you build a fence.
How much is a fence permit in the City of Burlington?
$75.00 (Fence Permit).
How do I apply for a fence permit in the City of Burlington?
Download the Fence Permit form from the City's Applications page. Create an account on the City's BurlingtonSmart portal and submit the application there. Questions: call the Planning Department at 336-222-5110 (reference the document name 'Fence Permits'). Call 811 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 Burlington (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the City of Burlington?
Planning Department. Phone 336-222-5110.
Sources
Summarized from the City of Burlington's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
Ordinance: UDO Section 4.5.F.11 (per the City's Applications page)
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