City of Arlington fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the City of Arlington? Yes. The City of Arlington requires a permit before you build a fence.
buildit.dog can turn a fence drawn on an aerial photo of your lot into a complete permit application package for the City of Arlington (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes. Start with your address.
Quick facts
- Permit required
- Yes source
- How to apply
- Online portal source
Still being confirmed with Arlington: What are the maximum fence heights in front, side and rear yards?
How to file for a fence permit in the City of Arlington
Steps based on arlingtontx.gov — Do I Need A Permit A DIY Guide
- Check your site survey for utility easements and setbacks.
- Apply through the City's permitting portal (arlingtonpermits.com).
- Questions: call Planning and Development Services at 817-459-6502.
- Call 811 before digging.
Who to contact
Planning and Development Services
City of Arlington
- Phone
- 817-459-6502
Contact from arlingtontx.gov — Do I Need A Permit A DIY Guide
Other rules to know
- Replacing less than 50 percent of one side of a fence does not need a permit; larger jobs need approval from Planning & Development Services.
- The City does not permit structures within any setbacks; check your site survey for utility easements and setbacks (Unified Development Code Section 2.2).
- Corner lots and major streets may affect fence location and material; common approved materials include wood, masonry and metal posts.
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 Arlington, TX?
Yes. The City of Arlington requires a permit before you build a fence. Replacing less than 50 percent of one side of a fence does not need a permit; larger jobs need approval from Planning & Development Services.
How do I apply for a fence permit in the City of Arlington?
Check your site survey for utility easements and setbacks. Apply through the City's permitting portal (arlingtonpermits.com). Questions: call Planning and Development Services at 817-459-6502. 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 Arlington (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the City of Arlington?
Planning and Development Services, City of Arlington. Phone 817-459-6502.
Sources
Summarized from the City of Arlington's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
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