Town of Addison fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the Town of Addison? Yes. The Town of Addison 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 Town of Addison (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 Addison: What are Addison's fence height limits, permit fee and required documents?
How to file for a fence permit in the Town of Addison
Steps based on developmentservices.addisontx.gov — Building Permit Requirement Checklist
- Apply through the Town's online self-service portal (Apply for a Permit link).
- Call 811 before digging.
Who to contact
Building Inspection Department
- Phone
- 972-450-2880
- Hours
- Mon-Fri 8am to 5pm
- Address
- Addison Service Center, 16801 Westgrove Drive, Addison, TX 75001
Contact from developmentservices.addisontx.gov — Building Permit Requirement Checklist
Other rules to know
- Town checklist lists 'Building or replacing a fence' as requiring a permit; check HOA deed restrictions.
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 Town of Addison, TX?
Yes. The Town of Addison requires a permit before you build a fence.
How do I apply for a fence permit in the Town of Addison?
Apply through the Town's online self-service portal (Apply for a Permit link). 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 Town of Addison (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the Town of Addison?
Building Inspection Department. Phone 972-450-2880.
Sources
Summarized from the Town of Addison's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
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