City of Baytown fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the City of Baytown? Yes. The City of Baytown 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 City of Baytown (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes. Start with your address.
Quick facts
- Permit required
- Yes source
- Fee
- $67.00 (residential miscellaneous permit fees, effective June 1, 2026) source
- How to apply
- Online portal source
Still being confirmed with Baytown: What are Baytown's residential fence height limits (ULDC)?
How to file for a fence permit in the City of Baytown
Steps based on baytown.org — When is a Residential Permit Required
- Apply through the online permit portal under 'Apply for Permit'.
- Pay the $67.00 fee per the building permit fee schedule.
- Questions: Building Services Division, 281-420-6537.
- Call 811 before digging.
- Paying
- $67.00
Who to contact
- Phone
- 281-420-6537
- [email protected]
- Hours
- Mon-Thu 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Fri 7:30-11:30 a.m.
- Address
- 2401 Market Street, Baytown, TX 77520
Contact from baytown.org — When is a Residential Permit Required
Other rules to know
- A permit is required for fence installation or replacement of 50% or greater; minor repairs under 50% do not need one. Height limits are in the Unified Land Development Code (not read).
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 Baytown, TX?
Yes. The City of Baytown requires a permit before you build a fence.
How much is a fence permit in the City of Baytown?
$67.00 (residential miscellaneous permit fees, effective June 1, 2026).
How do I apply for a fence permit in the City of Baytown?
Apply through the online permit portal under 'Apply for Permit'. Pay the $67.00 fee per the building permit fee schedule. Questions: Building Services Division, 281-420-6537. 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 City of Baytown (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the City of Baytown?
Building Services Division. Phone 281-420-6537, email [email protected].
Sources
Summarized from the City of Baytown's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
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