City of McKinney fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the City of McKinney? Yes. The City of McKinney requires a permit before you build a fence.
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Quick facts
- Permit required
- Yes source
- Fee
- $30 source
- Side and rear yards
- 8'6" source
- Front (street) yard
- 48" in the front yard, at least 50% open source
- How to apply
- Call 972-547-7400 source
How to file for a fence permit in the City of McKinney
Steps based on mckinneytexas.org — Fence Permits
- Prepare a site plan (survey or hand drawing) showing property lines, the house, and the fence location, height, material and builder.
- Apply online for a Residential Fence Permit through the City's online system (CSS) and upload the site plan.
- Pay the $30 fee.
- Pool or spa fence? Schedule the required pool-barrier inspection.
- Call 811 (Texas811/DIG TESS, 1-800-344-8377) before digging.
- Paying
- $30
- Inspections
- Required for fences enclosing a pool or spa
Who to contact
Development Services - Building Inspections
City of McKinney
- Phone
- 972-547-7400
Contact from mckinneytexas.org — Fence Permits
What to submit
- Site plan (survey or hand drawing) showing property lines, house location, fence location, height and material, and who is building it (homeowner or contractor name)
Other rules to know
- A permit is needed for every new fence, and for an existing fence if its height, location or material changes; same-height, same-location, same-material work is a repair and needs no permit.
- Fences around a pool or spa must meet pool barrier requirements and be inspected.
- Retaining walls need a permit regardless of height; over 2 ft need engineered plans.
- The City suggests checking your homeowners association's deed restrictions or covenants.
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 McKinney, TX?
Yes. The City of McKinney requires a permit before you build a fence. A permit is needed for every new fence, and for an existing fence if its height, location or material changes; same-height, same-location, same-material work is a repair and needs no permit.
How tall can a fence be in the City of McKinney?
Side and rear yards: 8'6". Front (street) yard: 48" in the front yard, at least 50% open.
How much is a fence permit in the City of McKinney?
$30.
How do I apply for a fence permit in the City of McKinney?
Prepare a site plan (survey or hand drawing) showing property lines, the house, and the fence location, height, material and builder. Apply online for a Residential Fence Permit through the City's online system (CSS) and upload the site plan. Pay the $30 fee. Pool or spa fence? Schedule the required pool-barrier inspection. Call 811 (Texas811/DIG TESS, 1-800-344-8377) 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 McKinney (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the City of McKinney?
Development Services - Building Inspections, City of McKinney. Phone 972-547-7400.
Sources
Summarized from the City of McKinney's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
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