El Paso County fence permit rules
Fence rules in El Paso County are set by each city and town, and by the county for unincorporated areas. Pick your city for height limits, setbacks, fees, step-by-step filing instructions and the person to call.
| Municipality | Permit? | Side/rear max | Front yard | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of El Paso | Ask | — | — | (915) 212-0104 |
| City of San Elizario | Ask | 8 ft maximum | 36 in in the front yard | 915.974.7037 |
| City of Socorro | Yes | 8 ft within a required rear yard setback | 4 ft within the required front yard setback | (915) 872-8531 |
| Town of Anthony | Ask | — | — | 915-886-3944 |
| Town of Clint | Ask | — | — | (915) 851-3146 |
| Town of Horizon City | Yes | Rock-and-mortar wall 4 ft minimum, 6 ft maximum | Front fencing of wrought iron up to 6 ft; side walls in front of the house no more than 30 in | (915) 852-1046 ext. 401 |
Not sure which municipality you're in? Your tax bill names it, or look up your address.