City of Townsend fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the City of Townsend? Yes. The City of Townsend requires a permit before you build a fence.
buildit.dog can turn a fence drawn on an aerial photo of your lot into a complete permit application package for the City of Townsend (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes. Start with your address.
Quick facts
- Permit required
- Yes source
- How to apply
- Call 865-448-6886 source
Still being confirmed with Townsend: Does Townsend require a fence application, and what are the height/setback limits and fee?
How to file for a fence permit in the City of Townsend
- Call the City Building Inspector at 865-448-6886 before starting.
- Get the residential building permit application (online, at City Hall, or from the inspector).
- Call 811 before digging.
Who to contact
- Phone
- 865-448-6886
- Address
- 123 Tiger Dr., Townsend, TN 37882
Contact from cityoftownsend.com — wp
Other rules to know
- The City's FAQ lists building a fence among projects that need a permit; check with the Building Inspector before starting.
- Fence height and setback rules were not found.
Before you dig
Call 811 before digging post holes so underground utility lines are marked. Find your lot corner markers and keep the fence on your side of the line. Find your lot corner markers and keep the fence on your side of the line. County parcel maps can be off by several feet; if you're not sure where the line is, a licensed land surveyor can stake it.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a permit to build a fence in the City of Townsend, TN?
Yes. The City of Townsend requires a permit before you build a fence. The City's FAQ lists building a fence among projects that need a permit; check with the Building Inspector before starting.
How do I apply for a fence permit in the City of Townsend?
Call the City Building Inspector at 865-448-6886 before starting. Get the residential building permit application (online, at City Hall, or from the inspector). Call 811 before digging. buildit.dog can turn a fence drawn on an aerial photo of your lot into a complete permit application package for the City of Townsend (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the City of Townsend?
City Building Inspector. Phone 865-448-6886.
Sources
Summarized from the City of Townsend's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
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