Dallas County fence permit rules
Fence rules in Dallas County are set by each city and town, and by the county for unincorporated areas. Pick your city for height limits, setbacks, fees, step-by-step filing instructions and the person to call.
| Municipality | Permit? | Side/rear max | Front yard | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Carrollton | Yes | — | — | 972-466-3225 |
| City of Cedar Hill | Ask | — | — | 972-291-5100 ext. 1090 |
| City of Coppell | Ask | — | — | 972-304-3500 |
| City of Dallas | Ask | 9 ft max | 4 ft | 214-948-4480 |
| City of DeSoto | Yes | — | — | 972-230-9610 |
| City of Duncanville | Yes | — | — | 972-780-5000 |
| City of Farmers Branch | Ask | — | — | 972-919-2549 |
| City of Garland | Yes | 8 ft max | 3.5 ft wood/wrought iron | 972-205-2000 |
| City of Glenn Heights | Ask | — | — | 972-223-1690 |
| City of Grand Prairie | Yes | — | — | 972-237-8230 |
| City of Lancaster | Yes | 8 ft max | 48 in max | 972-218-1200 |
| City of Mesquite | Ask | — | — | 972-216-6212 |
| City of Richardson | Yes | 8 ft max | 3 ft max | 972-744-4174 |
| City of Rowlett | Yes | — | — | 972-412-6125 |
| City of Sachse | Yes | 8 ft max | 3 ft max | 469-429-4781 |
| City of Seagoville | Ask | — | — | 972-287-6829 |
| City of University Park | Yes | 8 ft max | No fence in front yard past the front wall of the main structure | 214-987-5411 |
| Town of Addison | Yes | — | — | 972-450-2880 |
| Town of Highland Park | Yes | — | — | 214-521-4161 |
| Unincorporated Dallas County | Ask | — | — | 214-653-6568 |
Not sure which municipality you're in? Your tax bill names it, or look up your address.