Guilford County fence permit rules
Fence rules in Guilford 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 Greensboro | Ask | — | — | 336-373-2155 |
| City of High Point | Yes | 8 ft | 4 ft within 15 ft of a local street | 336-883-3151 |
| Town of Gibsonville | Ask | — | — | 336-449-4144 ext. 2 |
| Town of Jamestown | Ask | — | — | 336-641-3707 |
| Town of Oak Ridge | Ask | — | — | 336-641-3707 |
| Town of Pleasant Garden | Ask | — | — | 336-641-3334 |
| Town of Sedalia | Ask | — | — | 336-641-3334 |
| Town of Stokesdale | Ask | — | — | 336-643-4011 |
| Town of Summerfield | Ask | — | — | 336-643-8681 |
| Town of Whitsett | Ask | — | — | 336-641-3334 |
| Unincorporated Guilford County | Ask | — | — | 336-641-3334 |
Not sure which municipality you're in? Your tax bill names it, or look up your address.