Pitt County fence permit rules
Fence rules in Pitt 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 Greenville | Ask | No greater than 8 ft | Residential front yard: no greater than 6 ft | 252-329-4498 |
| Village of Simpson | Ask | — | — | 252-757-1430 |
| Town of Ayden | Yes | Up to 6 ft | Front yard: 4 ft | 252-481-5870 |
| Town of Bethel | Ask | — | — | 252-818-0891 |
| Town of Farmville | Yes | Rear decorative or boundary fences up to 6 ft in residential districts | Front fences and walls up to 5 ft | 252-753-6720 |
| Town of Fountain | Ask | — | — | 252-749-2881 |
| Town of Grifton | Ask | — | — | 252-524-0109 |
| Town of Grimesland | Ask | — | — | 252-974-1810 |
| Town of Winterville | Yes | 8 ft maximum | 4 ft maximum in the front yard | 252-756-2221 ext. 2360 |
| Unincorporated Pitt County | Ask | — | — | 252-902-3150 |
Not sure which municipality you're in? Your tax bill names it, or look up your address.