City of West Columbia fence rules
Do you need a fence permit in the City of West Columbia? No. The City of West Columbia 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 the City of West Columbia's rules before you build. Start with your address.
Quick facts
- Permit required
- No (typical residential fence) source
- How to apply
- Call 979-345-3123
Still being confirmed with West Columbia: What are West Columbia's height and setback rules for fences, and is a permit needed above 6 ft?
How to build within the rules in the City of West Columbia
- Fences not over 6 ft high need no permit per the city; call 979-345-3123 to confirm and to ask about taller fences.
- Call 811 before digging.
Who to contact
- Phone
- 979-345-3123
Contact from westcolumbiatx.org — Permit Information
Other rules to know
- The Permit Information page lists 'Fences not over 6 feet high' among work that does not require a permit; it does not say whether taller fences need one. Fences in an easement are at the owner's risk.
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 West Columbia, TX?
No. The City of West Columbia 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 City of West Columbia?
Permits / Inspections. Phone 979-345-3123.
Sources
Summarized from the City of West Columbia's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
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