Smith County fence permit rules
Fence rules in Smith 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 Bullard | Ask | 8 ft beyond the front setback | 4 ft in the front yard | (903) 894-7223 ext. 106 |
| City of Hideaway | Ask | — | — | (903)521-2596 |
| City of Lindale | Yes | 8 ft | 4 ft in a front yard | 903-882-6861 |
| City of Tyler | No | 8 ft | 4 ft in the front yard | (903) 531-1151 |
| City of Whitehouse | Yes | 8 ft behind the front yard line | Zoning Sec. 20.15: no fence | 903-510-7516 |
| City of Winona | Ask | — | — | 903-877-3381 |
| Unincorporated Smith County | Ask | — | — | 903-590-4605 |
Not sure which municipality you're in? Your tax bill names it, or look up your address.