Brunswick County fence permit rules
Fence rules in Brunswick County are set by each city and town, 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 Boiling Spring Lakes | Yes | — | — | 910-363-0025 |
| Village of Bald Head Island | Ask | — | — | (910) 457-9700 ext. 1004 |
| Town of Belville | Ask | — | — | 910.371.2456 |
| Town of Holden Beach | Ask | — | — | 910-842-6080 |
| Town of Oak Island | Ask | 6 ft | 4 ft within 25 ft of a street right-of-way | 910-201-8052 |
| Town of St. James | Ask | 6 ft in residential districts | 4 ft | (910) 253-4730 |
| Town of Sunset Beach | Yes | — | — | 910-579-6297 |
| Unincorporated Brunswick County | Ask | 6 ft in RR, R-7500, R-6000, SBR-6000, MR-3200 | 6 ft in RR and R-7500; 4 ft in R-6000 | (910) 253-2021 |
Not sure which municipality you're in? Your tax bill names it, or look up your address.