Wake County fence permit rules
Fence rules in Wake 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 Raleigh | Yes | 8 ft in a rear setback | Up to 6.5 ft in a front or side street setback | 919-996-2500 |
| Town of Apex | Ask | 7 ft including piers, posts and finials | 48 inches in front yards | 919-249-3418 |
| Town of Cary | Ask | 8 ft or less | — | 919-469-4000 |
| Town of Fuquay-Varina | No | — | — | 919-552-1429 |
| Town of Garner | Yes | 6 ft solid; open fences any structurally sound height | 4 ft in front and corner side yards | 919-773-4446 |
| Town of Holly Springs | No | 6 ft | 4 ft | 919-577-3111 |
| Town of Knightdale | No | 6 ft | 4 ft fences; garden/decorative walls 3 ft | 919-217-2244 |
| Town of Morrisville | Ask | — | — | 919-463-6200 |
| Town of Rolesville | Ask | 6 ft in required rear setbacks | Not permitted in front setbacks | 984-251-2431 |
| Town of Wake Forest | Ask | 6 ft | 6 ft | 919-435-9510 |
| Town of Wendell | Ask | 6 ft | 4 ft | 919-365-4448 |
| Unincorporated Wake County | Ask | — | — | 919-856-6335 |
Not sure which municipality you're in? Your tax bill names it, or look up your address.