Union County fence permit rules
Fence rules in Union 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 Monroe | Ask | 6 ft in required rear yards | 5 ft in front yards | 704-282-4554 |
| Village of Lake Park | Ask | 6 ft for rear-yard enclosures | 36 inches forward of the front building line of the dwelling | 704-882-8657 |
| Village of Marvin | Yes | 8 ft | 5 ft in street-abutting yards; 5 ft along interior side lines in front of the front of the house | 704-843-1680 |
| Village of Wesley Chapel | Ask | — | — | 704-243-7392 |
| Town of Fairview | Ask | — | — | 704-753-1981 |
| Town of Indian Trail | Ask | 8 ft in the rear yard setback | 4 ft in required front yards | 704-821-5401 |
| Town of Marshville | Ask | — | — | 704-624-2515 |
| Town of Mineral Springs | Ask | — | — | 704-289-5331 |
| Town of Stallings | Yes | 8 ft | 5 ft in the front yard | 704-821-0310 |
| Town of Unionville | Ask | — | — | 704-226-1989 |
| Town of Waxhaw | Ask | — | — | 704-843-2195 |
| Town of Weddington | Ask | 8 ft | 5 ft in the front yard | 704-846-2709 |
| Town of Wingate | Ask | — | — | 704-233-4411 |
| Unincorporated Union County | Ask | — | — | 704-283-3565 |
Not sure which municipality you're in? Your tax bill names it, or look up your address.