City of Windcrest fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the City of Windcrest? Yes. The City of Windcrest requires a permit before you build a fence.
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Quick facts
- Permit required
- Yes source
- How to apply
- Online portal source
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How to file for a fence permit in the City of Windcrest
Steps based on windcrest-tx.gov — Permits Registration
- Submit the permit application through the Self-Service Permitting Center.
- Allow 3-5 days review, pay fees, then request inspection through the portal at least 24 hours ahead.
- Call 811 before digging.
- Review time
- 3-5 days for small projects
- Inspections
- Required for fences; request 24 hours in advance, Monday-Friday
Who to contact
Permit Clerk
- Phone
- 210-655-0022 ext. 2430
- Hours
- Inspections Monday-Friday 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
Contact from windcrest-tx.gov — Permits Registration
Other rules to know
- Fences are listed among work needing a permit; contractor pulls the permit if hired. Fence work must be inspected (request 24 hours ahead). Small projects take 3-5 days review; $175 expedited review fee otherwise.
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 Windcrest, TX?
Yes. The City of Windcrest requires a permit before you build a fence.
How do I apply for a fence permit in the City of Windcrest?
Submit the permit application through the Self-Service Permitting Center. Allow 3-5 days review, pay fees, then request inspection through the portal at least 24 hours ahead. 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 Windcrest (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the City of Windcrest?
Permit Clerk. Phone 210-655-0022 ext. 2430.
Sources
Summarized from the City of Windcrest's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
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