Johnston County fence permit rules
Fence rules in Johnston 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town of Archer Lodge | Yes | — | — | 984-400-7517 |
| Town of Benson | Yes | 6 ft solid | 4 ft | 919-894-3553 |
| Town of Clayton | Ask | — | — | 919-553-5002 |
| Town of Four Oaks | Ask | 7 ft max | 3 ft max in front yard if more than 75% solid | 984-209-5358 |
| Town of Kenly | Ask | — | — | 919-588-5090 |
| Town of Micro | Ask | — | — | (919) 284-2572 |
| Town of Pine Level | Yes | 7 ft max | 3 ft max in any front yard | (919) 965-2284 |
| Town of Princeton | Yes | — | — | (919) 936-8171 |
| Town of Selma | Yes | — | — | 919-965-9841 ext. 8003 |
| Town of Smithfield | No | 6 ft maximum unless Town Council approves taller | Over 3 ft and more than 75% solid not allowed in front yard | 919-934-2116 ext. 1112 |
| Town of Wilson's Mills | Yes | — | — | 919-938-3885 |
| Unincorporated Johnston County | Ask | — | — | (919) 989-5150 |
Not sure which municipality you're in? Your tax bill names it, or look up your address.