City of San Marcos fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the City of San Marcos? Yes. The City of San Marcos requires a permit before you build a fence.
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Quick facts
- Permit required
- Yes source
- Fee
- $96 total ($81 filing fee + $15 technology fee) source
- How to apply
- Online portal source
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How to file for a fence permit in the City of San Marcos
Steps based on sanmarcostx.gov — Permits Applications
- Create an account at mgoconnect.org (phone verification by call).
- Select the Residential category and the fence application.
- Upload the site plan, fence description and other required documents.
- Pay the $96 fee.
- Call 811 before digging.
Who to contact
- Phone
- 512-805-2630
- [email protected]
- Address
- Permit Center, 630 E. Hopkins Street, San Marcos, TX 78666
Contact from sanmarcostx.gov — Permits Applications
What to submit
- Completed Application for Fence Permit
- Written description of the fence: height, material, structural support
- Site plan to scale showing property lines, easements, driveways and fence location
- Authorization to represent the owner, if applicant is not the owner
Other rules to know
- The city will only accept the application and fees when all required documentation is provided.
- A Permit Requirement Determination Form is available if you are unsure whether a permit is needed.
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 San Marcos, TX?
Yes. The City of San Marcos requires a permit before you build a fence. A Permit Requirement Determination Form is available if you are unsure whether a permit is needed.
How much is a fence permit in the City of San Marcos?
$96 total ($81 filing fee + $15 technology fee).
How do I apply for a fence permit in the City of San Marcos?
Create an account at mgoconnect.org (phone verification by call). Select the Residential category and the fence application. Upload the site plan, fence description and other required documents. Pay the $96 fee. 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 San Marcos (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the City of San Marcos?
Planning & Development Services, Permit Center. Phone 512-805-2630, email [email protected].
Sources
Summarized from the City of San Marcos's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
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