City of Lakesite fence rules
Do you need a fence permit in the City of Lakesite? No. The City of Lakesite does not require a permit for a typical residential fence, but height and placement rules still apply.
At buildit.dog you can draw your fence on an aerial photo of your lot and check it against the City of Lakesite's rules before you build. Start with your address.
Quick facts
- Permit required
- No (typical residential fence) source
- How to apply
- Online portal source
Still being confirmed with Lakesite: What zoning height and setback limits apply to fences in Lakesite, and does a fence 7 ft or taller need a permit?
How to build within the rules in the City of Lakesite
- Fences under 7 feet tall do not need a permit; for anything else, contact the Building and Codes Official.
- Permits are applied for through the City's iWorQ portal.
- Call 811 before digging.
Who to contact
Dan Maxwell
Building and Codes Official
- Phone
- 423-842-2533
- [email protected]
- Hours
- Mon-Thu 9:00 am - 2:00 pm; Fri 9:00 am - noon (page also lists different hours)
- Address
- 9201 Rocky Point Road, Lakesite, TN 37379
Contact from lakesitetn.gov — home construction renovations
Other rules to know
- City page: "Fences less than 7 feet tall do not require a permit." Rule for taller fences not stated. Pools 4 ft deep or more need a barrier at least 4 ft tall with a latching gate.
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 Lakesite, TN?
No. The City of Lakesite does not require a permit for a typical residential fence, but height and placement rules still apply.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the City of Lakesite?
Dan Maxwell, Building and Codes Official. Phone 423-842-2533, email [email protected].
Sources
Summarized from the City of Lakesite's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
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If anything on this page is wrong or out of date, tell us and we'll fix it. Municipal staff reports are reviewed first. Please include a link to the current ordinance, form or fee schedule if you can.