City of Duncanville fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the City of Duncanville? Yes. The City of Duncanville requires a permit before you build a fence.
buildit.dog can turn a fence drawn on an aerial photo of your lot into a complete permit application package for the City of Duncanville (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes. Start with your address.
Quick facts
- Permit required
- Yes source
- How to apply
- Online portal source
Still being confirmed with Duncanville: What are Duncanville's fence heights, setbacks and permit fee?
How to file for a fence permit in the City of Duncanville
Steps based on duncanvilletx.gov — Permit Inspection Services
- Apply through the Duncanville E-Portal (new software at mgoconnect.org from Dec. 1).
- Pay per the Planning and Inspections Master Fee Schedule.
- Call 811 before digging.
Who to contact
Building Inspection Division
- Phone
- 972-780-5000
- Hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Address
- 203 East Wheatland Road, Duncanville, TX 75116
Contact from duncanvilletx.gov — Permit Inspection Services
Other rules to know
- Permit required for building or replacing a fence; not required for repairing pickets on a section of 24 linear feet or less and/or replacing four posts.
- Retaining walls over 4 ft (footing bottom to top) need a permit.
- Page says new permitting software starts Dec. 1 (https://www.mgoconnect.org/cp/portal); fee is in the Planning and Inspections Master Fee Schedule (not read).
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 Duncanville, TX?
Yes. The City of Duncanville requires a permit before you build a fence. Retaining walls over 4 ft (footing bottom to top) need a permit.
How do I apply for a fence permit in the City of Duncanville?
Apply through the Duncanville E-Portal (new software at mgoconnect.org from Dec. 1). Pay per the Planning and Inspections Master Fee Schedule. 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 Duncanville (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the City of Duncanville?
Building Inspection Division. Phone 972-780-5000.
Sources
Summarized from the City of Duncanville's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
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