City of Georgetown fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the City of Georgetown? Yes. The City of Georgetown 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 Georgetown (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 Georgetown: What are the fence height limits and the permit fee?
How to file for a fence permit in the City of Georgetown
Steps based on permits.georgetown.org
- Apply for a fence permit online through My Government Online (mgoconnect.org), uploading any plans.
- Pay and track the permit in the portal; general questions: [email protected].
- Call 811 before digging.
Who to contact
Permitting
City of Georgetown
- [email protected]
Contact from permits.georgetown.org
Other rules to know
- Fences are on the City's list of residential permits applied for online.
- Minor repairs (up to 25% of the contiguous length) to fences not over 6 ft are exempt from permits.
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 Georgetown, TX?
Yes. The City of Georgetown requires a permit before you build a fence.
How do I apply for a fence permit in the City of Georgetown?
Apply for a fence permit online through My Government Online (mgoconnect.org), uploading any plans. Pay and track the permit in the portal; general questions: [email protected]. 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 Georgetown (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the City of Georgetown?
Permitting, City of Georgetown. email [email protected].
Sources
Summarized from the City of Georgetown's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
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