Unincorporated Bexar County fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the Unincorporated Bexar County? Not confirmed. Contact Unincorporated Bexar County before you build; the rules below are what we found in the ordinance.
buildit.dog can turn a fence drawn on an aerial photo of your lot into a complete permit application package for Unincorporated Bexar County (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes. Start with your address.
Quick facts
- Permit required
- Not confirmed source
- How to apply
- Call 210-335-2011
Still being confirmed with Unincorporated Bexar County: Does Bexar County require any permit for a residential fence in unincorporated areas?
How to file for a fence permit in the Unincorporated Bexar County
- Call Bexar County (210-335-2011) to confirm whether a fence permit is needed in your unincorporated area.
- Call 811 before digging.
Who to contact
Bexar County (Courthouse main line)
- Phone
- 210-335-2011
- Address
- 100 Dolorosa, San Antonio, TX 78205
Contact from bexar.org — Faq
Other rules to know
- County FAQ says building permits are required for new commercial/public/multi-family buildings, pre-built buildings, and substantial improvements; it does not mention fences. A Building Permit Authorization from Public Works is needed first.
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 Bexar County, TX?
Not confirmed. Contact Unincorporated Bexar County before you build; the rules below are what we found in the ordinance.
How do I apply for a fence permit in the Unincorporated Bexar County?
Call Bexar County (210-335-2011) to confirm whether a fence permit is needed in your unincorporated area. 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 Unincorporated Bexar County (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the Unincorporated Bexar County?
Bexar County (Courthouse main line). Phone 210-335-2011.
Sources
Summarized from Unincorporated Bexar County'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.