City of Pearland fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the City of Pearland? Yes. The City of Pearland requires a permit before you build a fence.
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Quick facts
- Permit required
- Yes source
- Fee
- $115 source
- Side and rear yards
- 8 ft source
- Front (street) yard
- Front yard: fences not allowed closer than 15 ft to a public street; decorative front fences up to 4 ft (6 ft on a thoroughfare) with openings of at least 50% of the fence area source
- Corner lots
- On continuous corner lots where side or rear building lines adjoin, fence may go out to the property line of the side yard source
- Distance from lot line
- No residential fence closer than 15 ft to a public street. Fences within a public easement need a gate or removable panel. source
- Not allowed
- Chain link and woven wire mesh are not decorative and are not allowed in front yards; barbed wire and hog/chicken wire prohibited as perimeter fencing (except parcels of 2 acres or more in SD or RE districts). source
- How to apply
- Online portal, in person source
How to file for a fence permit in the City of Pearland
Steps based on pearlandtx.gov — permits
- Prepare a blueline survey or plot plan marking the fence, and a dimensioned drawing showing height and materials.
- Apply online through the city's permit portal, or get the application at the Permit Counter, City Hall Annex, 3523 Liberty Dr (Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m.).
- Pay the permit fee.
- Call 281-652-1638 with questions about inspections.
- Call 811 before digging.
- Paying
- $115 fence permit fee (city Fence Permit page)
Who to contact
- Phone
- 281-652-1638
- Hours
- Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Address
- City Hall Annex, 3523 Liberty Dr, Pearland, TX 77581
Contact from pearlandtx.gov — permits
What to submit
- Building permit application
- Blueline survey or plot plan showing fence location
- Dimensioned drawing with height and material
- P.E.-sealed engineering drawing for masonry fences
Other rules to know
- The Fence Permit handout lists a $25.00 processing fee plus plan check and permit fees; the city's current Fence Permit page states a fee of $115.
- Homesteaded owners may apply for their own fence (proof of homestead required); contractors need liability insurance with the City as certificate holder.
- Another page of the UDC states permits are required when the work's market value exceeds $300.
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 Pearland, TX?
Yes. The City of Pearland requires a permit before you build a fence.
How tall can a fence be in the City of Pearland?
Side and rear yards: 8 ft. Front (street) yard: Front yard: fences not allowed closer than 15 ft to a public street; decorative front fences up to 4 ft (6 ft on a thoroughfare) with openings of at least 50% of the fence area. Corner lots: On continuous corner lots where side or rear building lines adjoin, fence may go out to the property line of the side yard.
How close to the property line can I put a fence in the City of Pearland?
No residential fence closer than 15 ft to a public street. Fences within a public easement need a gate or removable panel.
How much is a fence permit in the City of Pearland?
$115.
How do I apply for a fence permit in the City of Pearland?
Prepare a blueline survey or plot plan marking the fence, and a dimensioned drawing showing height and materials. Apply online through the city's permit portal, or get the application at the Permit Counter, City Hall Annex, 3523 Liberty Dr (Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m.). Pay the permit fee. Call 281-652-1638 with questions about inspections. 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 Pearland (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the City of Pearland?
Inspection Services / Community Development Permit Counter. Phone 281-652-1638.
Sources
Summarized from the City of Pearland's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
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