City of Richardson fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the City of Richardson? Yes. The City of Richardson 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 Richardson (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes. Start with your address.
Quick facts
- Permit required
- Yes source
- Side and rear yards
- 8 ft max source
- Front (street) yard
- 3 ft max, decorative (front of house to front property line; Building Official approval) source
- Distance from lot line
- Property lines must be located before construction; fences may not be on public property; gates may not swing into an alley easement. source
- Not allowed
- Wood, vinyl, masonry, wrought iron and chain link are permitted; other materials need Director of Community Services approval. source
- How to apply
- Call 972-744-4174
Still being confirmed with Richardson: What is the fence permit fee and how is the application submitted (online, email, in person)?
How to file for a fence permit in the City of Richardson
Steps based on cor.net — fence construction
- Complete the Fence Permit Application from the City's fence page.
- Locate and establish property lines before building.
- Post the approved permit at the property before work starts.
- Call 811 before digging.
Who to contact
Building Inspection
- Phone
- 972-744-4174
- Hours
- Mon-Fri 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Contact from cor.net — fence construction
What to submit
- Fence permit application
Other rules to know
- Permit required for any fence 2.5 ft or taller, replacing 25% or more of an existing fence, new or extended fence lines, and pool/spa enclosures.
- Post the approved permit at the property before work begins; fence contractors must be registered with the city.
- Pool enclosures: min 4 ft high, openings no larger than 4 in, self-closing self-latching gates.
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 Richardson, TX?
Yes. The City of Richardson requires a permit before you build a fence.
How tall can a fence be in the City of Richardson?
Side and rear yards: 8 ft max. Front (street) yard: 3 ft max, decorative (front of house to front property line; Building Official approval).
How close to the property line can I put a fence in the City of Richardson?
Property lines must be located before construction; fences may not be on public property; gates may not swing into an alley easement.
How do I apply for a fence permit in the City of Richardson?
Complete the Fence Permit Application from the City's fence page. Locate and establish property lines before building. Post the approved permit at the property before work starts. 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 Richardson (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the City of Richardson?
Building Inspection. Phone 972-744-4174.
Sources
Summarized from the City of Richardson's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
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