Unincorporated Washington County fence rules
Do you need a fence permit in the Unincorporated Washington County? No. Unincorporated Washington County 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 Unincorporated Washington County's rules before you build. Start with your address.
Quick facts
- Permit required
- No (typical residential fence) source
- How to apply
- Call 423-753-1595 source
Still being confirmed with Unincorporated Washington County: Does the county have any fence height or sight-distance rule at road corners?
How to build within the rules in the Unincorporated Washington County
Steps based on washingtoncountytn.org — Frequently Asked Questions
- The county FAQ says fencing is not regulated by Zoning and Building Codes, so no county fence permit is needed.
- Call 423-753-1595 with any questions.
- Call 811 before digging.
Who to contact
T.K. Hill
Zoning contact, Washington County
- Phone
- 423-753-1595
- [email protected]
Contact from washingtoncountytn.org — Frequently Asked Questions
Other rules to know
- County FAQ: "Is fencing regulated by Zoning & Building Codes?" Answer: No.
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 Unincorporated Washington County, TN?
No. Unincorporated Washington County 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 Unincorporated Washington County?
T.K. Hill, Zoning contact, Washington County. Phone 423-753-1595, email [email protected].
Sources
Summarized from Unincorporated Washington County's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
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