Sumner County fence permit rules
Fence rules in Sumner 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 Gallatin | Yes | 6 ft in a required rear yard | 4 ft in a required front yard | 615-451-5968 |
| City of Goodlettsville | Ask | 8 ft | Residential: between the front of the principal building and the street right-of-way | 615-851-3741 |
| City of Hendersonville | Yes | 8 ft | Front yard: decorative fences up to 48 inches | (615) 264-5316 |
| City of Millersville | Ask | — | — | 615-859-0880 ext. 401 |
| City of Mitchellville | Ask | — | — | 615-452-1467 |
| City of Portland | No | 6 ft | Residential front yard: 30 inches | (615) 325-6776 ext. 227 |
| City of Westmoreland | Ask | 6 ft | 4 ft in a required front yard | (615) 644-3382 |
| City of White House | Yes | — | — | 615-672-4350 ext. 6 |
| Unincorporated Sumner County | Ask | — | — | (615) 452-1467 |
Not sure which municipality you're in? Your tax bill names it, or look up your address.