City of Pasadena fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the City of Pasadena? Yes. The City of Pasadena requires a permit before you build a fence.
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Quick facts
- Permit required
- Yes source
- Fee
- $20 per 500 linear feet (or part thereof) per side, including gates and doors source
- Side and rear yards
- 7 ft (residential maximum) source
- Front (street) yard
- 4 ft in front of the front building setback line; chain link, wrought iron or white picket only source
- Corner lots
- Corner lot fences must be submitted for review source
- Distance from lot line
- No fence within 5 ft of an open drainage channel, ditch, swale or bayou (from top of bank/right-of-way/easement); none on or inside drainage easements; must not encroach on right-of-way or reduce sight visibility. source
- Not allowed
- Barbed wire (except pasture fences controlling livestock); electric fences; razor wire below 6 ft. Residential fences: chain link or wrought iron (white picket in front). source
- How to apply
- Online portal, in person source
How to file for a fence permit in the City of Pasadena
Steps based on pasadenatx.gov — Permits Licenses
- Download the Residential Privacy Fence Application and prepare a site plan/survey showing fence length, height and material.
- Submit through the Permit Department (self-service portal, or kiosks/in-person help at City Hall, 1149 Ellsworth, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; no permits issued after 4:30 p.m.).
- Pay the fee per the city fee schedule.
- Call 811 before digging.
- Paying
- $20 per 500 linear feet per side
Who to contact
- Phone
- 713-475-5575
- [email protected]
- Hours
- 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Address
- City Hall, 1149 Ellsworth, Pasadena, TX (first floor)
Contact from pasadenatx.gov — Permits Licenses
What to submit
- Scaled site plan showing fence location, setback, building and property lines
- Statement of materials
- Legal description of the property
- Engineered detail for fences over 7 ft, and for masonry (wind load)
Other rules to know
- Application certifies you reviewed covenants and restrictions; a permit does not confirm compliance with them.
- Fence must not divert, block or alter existing drainage and must be set back at least 5 ft from other structures or fences (privacy fence application).
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 Pasadena, TX?
Yes. The City of Pasadena requires a permit before you build a fence.
How tall can a fence be in the City of Pasadena?
Side and rear yards: 7 ft (residential maximum). Front (street) yard: 4 ft in front of the front building setback line; chain link, wrought iron or white picket only. Corner lots: Corner lot fences must be submitted for review.
How close to the property line can I put a fence in the City of Pasadena?
No fence within 5 ft of an open drainage channel, ditch, swale or bayou (from top of bank/right-of-way/easement); none on or inside drainage easements; must not encroach on right-of-way or reduce sight visibility.
How much is a fence permit in the City of Pasadena?
$20 per 500 linear feet (or part thereof) per side, including gates and doors.
How do I apply for a fence permit in the City of Pasadena?
Download the Residential Privacy Fence Application and prepare a site plan/survey showing fence length, height and material. Submit through the Permit Department (self-service portal, or kiosks/in-person help at City Hall, 1149 Ellsworth, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; no permits issued after 4:30 p.m.). Pay the fee per the city fee schedule. 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 Pasadena (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the City of Pasadena?
Permit Department. Phone 713-475-5575, email [email protected].
Sources
Summarized from the City of Pasadena's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
Ordinance: Fence Ordinance (Planning Department)
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