Hidalgo County fence permit rules
Fence rules in Hidalgo County are set by each city and town, and by the county for unincorporated areas. Pick your city for height limits, setbacks, fees, step-by-step filing instructions and the person to call.
| Municipality | Permit? | Side/rear max | Front yard | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Donna | Ask | — | — | 956-464-3314 |
| City of Edinburg | Ask | — | — | (956) 388-8203 |
| City of Elsa | Ask | — | — | (956) 262-2127 ext. 3 |
| City of Hidalgo | Ask | — | — | (956) 843-2286 |
| City of La Joya | Ask | — | — | 956.581.7002 |
| City of McAllen | Yes | — | — | (956) 681-1300 |
| City of Mission | Ask | — | — | 956-580-8650 |
| City of Palmview | Yes | — | — | 956-432-0300 ext. 3 |
| City of Pharr | Ask | — | — | (956) 402-2633 |
| City of Progreso | Ask | — | — | (956) 565-0241 |
| City of Sullivan City | Ask | — | — | (956) 485-2828 |
| City of Weslaco | Ask | — | — | 956-447-3403 |
Not sure which municipality you're in? Your tax bill names it, or look up your address.