City of Fulshear fence rules
Do you need a fence permit in the City of Fulshear? No. The City of Fulshear does not require a permit for a typical residential fence, but height and placement rules still apply.
At buildit.dog you can draw your fence on an aerial photo of your lot and check it against the City of Fulshear's rules before you build. Start with your address.
Quick facts
- Permit required
- No (typical residential fence) source
- How to apply
- Email source
Still being confirmed with Fulshear: What are the fence height and placement limits in residential districts?
How to build within the rules in the City of Fulshear
Steps based on fulsheartexas.gov — planning services
- Fences 6 ft or lower don't need a building permit.
- For a taller fence, contact Planning Services (281-346-1796, [email protected]); digital plans go to [email protected] and permits are processed in GovWell.
- Call 811 before digging.
Who to contact
Planning Services
City of Fulshear
- Phone
- 281-346-1796
- [email protected]
- Address
- Planning Services, Fulshear City Hall, 6611 W Cross Creek Bend Lane, Fulshear, TX 77441
Contact from fulsheartexas.gov — planning services
Other rules to know
- Planning Services lists 'Fences not over 6 ft.' as exempt from building permits; fences over 6 ft are not exempt.
- Fences may not be placed in a right-of-way (Code § 28-4-10).
- Permits, inspections and payments moved to GovWell on November 10, 2025.
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 Fulshear, TX?
No. The City of Fulshear does not require a permit for a typical residential fence, but height and placement rules still apply.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the City of Fulshear?
Planning Services, City of Fulshear. Phone 281-346-1796, email [email protected].
Sources
Summarized from the City of Fulshear's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
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