Travis County fence permit rules
Fence rules in Travis 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 Austin | Ask | Solid fence on a property line: max 6 ft | — | 3-1-1 |
| City of Bee Cave | Ask | — | — | 512-767-6675 |
| City of Creedmoor | Ask | — | — | (512) 243-6700 |
| City of Jonestown | Yes | — | — | 512-267-0359 |
| City of Lago Vista | Yes | Same as side | Solid fences under 3 ft allowed in required front setbacks; decorative open fences of any permitted height allowed | 512-267-1155 |
| City of Lakeway | Ask | — | — | 512-314-7540 |
| City of Manor | Ask | — | — | 512-272-5555 ext. 4 |
| City of Mustang Ridge | Ask | — | — | (512) 243-1775 |
| City of Rollingwood | Ask | — | Front yard fence no more than 36 in tall | 512-327-1838 |
| City of Sunset Valley | Ask | — | — | — |
| City of West Lake Hills | Yes | — | — | 512-327-3628 |
| Village of Briarcliff | Ask | — | — | 512-264-2274 |
| Village of San Leanna | Ask | — | — | (512) 280-3898 |
| Village of The Hills | Ask | — | — | 512-261-6281 |
| Unincorporated Travis County | Ask | — | — | 512-854-4215 |
Not sure which municipality you're in? Your tax bill names it, or look up your address.