City of La Marque fence rules
Do you need a fence permit in the City of La Marque? No. The City of La Marque 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 La Marque's rules before you build. Start with your address.
Quick facts
- Permit required
- No (typical residential fence) source
- How to apply
- Online portal, in person source
Still being confirmed with La Marque: Do fences over 7 feet need a permit, and what are Sec. 71-21 height/setback limits?
How to build within the rules in the City of La Marque
- Check Code Sec. 71-21 or call the permit line at 409-938-9284 ext. 294 about fence requirements.
- Fences taller than 7 feet: confirm whether a permit is needed and apply on the Permits Portal.
- Call 811 before digging.
Who to contact
Permitting Department
Development Services
- Phone
- 409-938-9284 ext. 294
- [email protected]
- Hours
- Mon-Thu 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Fri 7:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
- Address
- 1130 1st Street, La Marque, TX 77568
Contact from cityoflamarque.gov — Development Services
Other rules to know
- City Permits FAQ (2025): a permit is not required for a fence up to 7 feet tall; taller fences not addressed.
- Fence placement governed by Code of Ordinances Sec. 71-21 (Supplementary Regulations); text not read.
- FAQ lists [email protected] while the Development Services page lists [email protected]; .gov used.
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 La Marque, TX?
No. The City of La Marque 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 La Marque?
Permitting Department, Development Services. Phone 409-938-9284 ext. 294, email [email protected].
Sources
Summarized from the City of La Marque's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
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