City of Rockwall fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the City of Rockwall? Yes. The City of Rockwall requires a permit before you build a fence.
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Quick facts
- Permit required
- Yes source
- Fee
- $50.00 source
- How to apply
- Call 972-771-7760
Still being confirmed with Rockwall: What are the Building Inspections phone number and email, and the residential fence height limits (UDC Article 08)?
How to file for a fence permit in the City of Rockwall
- Complete the City building permit application.
- Prepare two site plans with a survey plat showing the fence location relative to property lines, easements and the house.
- Pay the $50.00 fee and submit through the City's permit portal (see Building Inspections page) or call Building Inspections.
- Call 811 before digging.
Who to contact
Building Inspections Department (inspection scheduling line)
- Phone
- 972-771-7760
- [email protected]
- Address
- 385 S. Goliad St, Rockwall, TX 75087
Contact from rockwall.com — Residential Quick Reference Inspection Requirements
What to submit
- Completed permit application
- Two site plans with a survey plat showing the fence location relative to property lines, easements and the house
Other rules to know
- The City's fence permit sheet refers to the Fence Ordinance for materials and installation requirements; UDC Article 08 Section 08 (Fence Standards) holds the height and material rules but could not be read.
- Ordinance 20-05 (2020) and 24-21 (2024) amended the fence standards.
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 Rockwall, TX?
Yes. The City of Rockwall requires a permit before you build a fence.
How much is a fence permit in the City of Rockwall?
$50.00.
How do I apply for a fence permit in the City of Rockwall?
Complete the City building permit application. Prepare two site plans with a survey plat showing the fence location relative to property lines, easements and the house. Pay the $50.00 fee and submit through the City's permit portal (see Building Inspections page) or call Building Inspections. 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 Rockwall (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the City of Rockwall?
Building Inspections Department (inspection scheduling line). Phone 972-771-7760, email [email protected].
Sources
Summarized from the City of Rockwall's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
Ordinance: Unified Development Code Article 08, Section 08 Fence Standards
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