Town of Smyrna fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the Town of Smyrna? Yes. The Town of Smyrna requires a permit before you build a fence.
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Quick facts
- Permit required
- Yes source
- Side and rear yards
- Allowed along rear property lines; a building permit is required over 7 ft source
- Front (street) yard
- No encroachment on the front setback, except decorative fences no more than 3 ft tall (up to 10 horizontal ft per parcel, in 5 ft sections) source
- Corner lots
- No vision obstruction between 3½ and 10 ft high within 75 ft of the intersection; corner side yard setback matches the next lot's front setback source
- Distance from lot line
- Fences may be on side and rear property lines; none in public right-of-way, and none in a public utility or drainage easement without written approval from the Director of Utilities or Town Engineer. source
- Not allowed
- Decorative front fences must be wood, wrought iron, vinyl or brick. Meters must stay outside the fenced area. source
- How to apply
- Email, in person source
How to file for a fence permit in the Town of Smyrna
Steps based on townofsmyrna.org — Fence Application
- Fill out the Fence Application Cover Sheet and the notarized Fence Compliance Affidavit.
- Draw a site plan showing the fence, easements and roadways.
- Email it to [email protected] or deliver it to the Public Works Department (615-459-9766).
- Wait for the Town's written approval (usually within ten business days) before building.
- Call 811 before digging.
- Review time
- Typically within ten business days
Who to contact
- Phone
- 615-459-9766
- [email protected]
Contact from townofsmyrna.org — Fence Application
What to submit
- Fence Application Cover Sheet, signed and dated by the owner
- Fence Compliance Affidavit (notarized)
- Site plan with dimensions, easements and roadways (hand-drawn is fine)
Other rules to know
- Fences of 7 ft or less need no building permit but must go through the Town's fence application and meet Zoning Ordinance §3.180; do not build until you get written notice from the Town (typically within ten business days).
- Pool barrier fences can't use this form; they must be inspected under the International Residential Code.
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 Town of Smyrna, TN?
Yes. The Town of Smyrna requires a permit before you build a fence.
How tall can a fence be in the Town of Smyrna?
Side and rear yards: Allowed along rear property lines; a building permit is required over 7 ft. Front (street) yard: No encroachment on the front setback, except decorative fences no more than 3 ft tall (up to 10 horizontal ft per parcel, in 5 ft sections). Corner lots: No vision obstruction between 3½ and 10 ft high within 75 ft of the intersection; corner side yard setback matches the next lot's front setback.
How close to the property line can I put a fence in the Town of Smyrna?
Fences may be on side and rear property lines; none in public right-of-way, and none in a public utility or drainage easement without written approval from the Director of Utilities or Town Engineer.
How do I apply for a fence permit in the Town of Smyrna?
Fill out the Fence Application Cover Sheet and the notarized Fence Compliance Affidavit. Draw a site plan showing the fence, easements and roadways. Email it to [email protected] or deliver it to the Public Works Department (615-459-9766). Wait for the Town's written approval (usually within ten business days) before building. 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 Town of Smyrna (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the Town of Smyrna?
Public Works Department. Phone 615-459-9766, email [email protected].
Sources
Summarized from the Town of Smyrna's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
Ordinance: Smyrna Zoning Ordinance §3.180 (fences), §3.080 (vision)
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