Cedar City fence rules
Do you need a fence permit in the Cedar City? No. Cedar City does not require a permit for a typical residential fence, but height and placement rules still apply.
At buildit.dog you can draw your fence on an aerial photo of your lot and check it against Cedar City's rules before you build. Start with your address.
Quick facts
- Permit required
- No (typical residential fence) source
- Side and rear yards
- 6 feet source
- Front (street) yard
- 30 inches in the front setback area (Sec. 26-IV-4(B)(2)) source
- Corner lots
- 6 feet on side/rear lines; no obstruction to view over 30 inches on corner lots (Sec. 26-IV-4(C)) source
- Distance from lot line
- City FAQ: front fence 1' off sidewalk and no more than 30" high. Side/rear setback not stated; verify with Building & Zoning. source
- How to apply
- Call (435) 865-4519 source
Still being confirmed with Cedar City: Is a permit required for a 6-foot-or-lower fence confirmed with the Building & Zoning office, and what are the side/rear setbacks?
How to build within the rules in the Cedar City
Steps based on cedarcityut.gov — FAQ
- Confirm the fence is 6 feet or less; taller fences need consultation with Building & Zoning.
- Call or visit Building & Zoning to verify setback and location requirements.
- Call 811 before digging.
Who to contact
Building & Zoning Department
- Phone
- (435) 865-4519
- Hours
- 8 am to 5 pm
- Address
- 10 N. Main St, Cedar City, UT 84720
Contact from cedarcityut.gov — DepartmentListing
Other rules to know
- City FAQ: a permit is not required to install a fence that is 6' or less in height.
- A fence higher than 6' requires consultation with the Building and Zoning Department.
- Verify setback and location requirements with the Building and Zoning Department before building.
- A see-through fence such as chain link may be up to 30 inches in a street-facing setback (Sec. 26-IV-4(C)(3)).
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 Cedar City, UT?
No. Cedar City does not require a permit for a typical residential fence, but height and placement rules still apply.
How tall can a fence be in the Cedar City?
Side and rear yards: 6 feet. Front (street) yard: 30 inches in the front setback area (Sec. 26-IV-4(B)(2)). Corner lots: 6 feet on side/rear lines; no obstruction to view over 30 inches on corner lots (Sec. 26-IV-4(C)).
How close to the property line can I put a fence in the Cedar City?
City FAQ: front fence 1' off sidewalk and no more than 30" high. Side/rear setback not stated; verify with Building & Zoning.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the Cedar City?
Building & Zoning Department. Phone (435) 865-4519.
Sources
Summarized from Cedar City's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
Ordinance: Cedar City Code Ch. 26, Art. IV, Sec. 26-IV-4 Fences
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