City of Odessa fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the City of Odessa? Yes. The City of Odessa requires a permit before you build a fence.
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Quick facts
- Permit required
- Yes source
- Side and rear yards
- 8 ft above adjacent grade source
- Front (street) yard
- 4 ft above adjacent grade for front fences; a front fence may rise 1 ft for every 6 ft it is set back from the property line, up to 8 ft source
- Distance from lot line
- Must follow City of Odessa ordinance and right-of-way setbacks; Building Inspections checks for easement or right-of-way encroachment. source
- How to apply
- Online portal, in person source
How to file for a fence permit in the City of Odessa
Steps based on odessa-tx.gov — Fence Permit Process
- Fill out the Residential permit application.
- Submit it online through MGO Connect (mgoconnect.org) or in person at the Building Inspection Office, with a site plan showing the fence location, the fence material and the proposed height.
- Building Inspections reviews the application, location and material, checks for easement or right-of-way encroachment and computes fees; Engineering reviews right-of-way setbacks.
- Pay and receive the permit online through MyGovernment Online or in person at the Building Inspection Division Office.
- Print the approved plans and keep them on site during the project.
- Call 811 before digging.
- Paying
- Fees computed by Building Inspections; payment online or in person at issuance
- Review time
- Accessory structure permits average 3-10 business days from processing to issuance (stated for accessory structures)
Who to contact
Gary Owens
Building Official
- Phone
- 432-335-3214
- [email protected]
- Hours
- Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Address
- Building Inspection Office, City Hall 1st Floor, 411 W. 8th Street, Odessa, TX 79761
Contact from odessa-tx.gov — Directory
What to submit
- Residential permit application
- Site plan showing where the fence will be placed on the property
- Fence material and proposed height
Other rules to know
- Heights are measured from the highest adjacent grade.
- Engineering reviews right-of-way setbacks, sidewalks and approaches; other plans may be required depending on the site.
- Approved plans must be printed and kept on site for the duration of the project.
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 Odessa, TX?
Yes. The City of Odessa requires a permit before you build a fence.
How tall can a fence be in the City of Odessa?
Side and rear yards: 8 ft above adjacent grade. Front (street) yard: 4 ft above adjacent grade for front fences; a front fence may rise 1 ft for every 6 ft it is set back from the property line, up to 8 ft.
How close to the property line can I put a fence in the City of Odessa?
Must follow City of Odessa ordinance and right-of-way setbacks; Building Inspections checks for easement or right-of-way encroachment.
How do I apply for a fence permit in the City of Odessa?
Fill out the Residential permit application. Submit it online through MGO Connect (mgoconnect.org) or in person at the Building Inspection Office, with a site plan showing the fence location, the fence material and the proposed height. Building Inspections reviews the application, location and material, checks for easement or right-of-way encroachment and computes fees; Engineering reviews right-of-way setbacks. Pay and receive the permit online through MyGovernment Online or in person at the Building Inspection Division Office. Print the approved plans and keep them on site during the project. buildit.dog can turn a fence drawn on an aerial photo of your lot into a complete permit application package for the City of Odessa (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the City of Odessa?
Gary Owens, Building Official. Phone 432-335-3214, email [email protected].
Sources
Summarized from the City of Odessa's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
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