City of Mesquite fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the City of Mesquite? Not confirmed. Contact the City of Mesquite before you build; the rules below are what we found in the ordinance.
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Quick facts
- Permit required
- Not confirmed source
- How to apply
- Call 972-216-6212 source
Still being confirmed with Mesquite: What are Mesquite's fence height limits, fee and filing method? The fence regulations PDF could not be fetched.
How to file for a fence permit in the City of Mesquite
- Call Building Inspection (972-216-6212 or 6213) to confirm whether your fence needs a permit and how to apply.
- Call 811 before digging.
Who to contact
Building Inspection Office
- Phone
- 972-216-6212
- Hours
- Mon-Fri 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Address
- 1515 N. Galloway Ave., first floor, Mesquite, TX 75149
Contact from cityofmesquite.com — FAQ
Other rules to know
- City FAQ: no permit if replacing less than 50% of a fence with the same material in the same location; moving any portion or changing material requires a permit.
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 Mesquite, TX?
Not confirmed. Contact the City of Mesquite before you build; the rules below are what we found in the ordinance. City FAQ: no permit if replacing less than 50% of a fence with the same material in the same location; moving any portion or changing material requires a permit.
How do I apply for a fence permit in the City of Mesquite?
Call Building Inspection (972-216-6212 or 6213) to confirm whether your fence needs a permit and how to apply. 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 Mesquite (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the City of Mesquite?
Building Inspection Office. Phone 972-216-6212.
Sources
Summarized from the City of Mesquite's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
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