Ashland County fence permit rules
Fence rules in Ashland County are set by each city, village and town, not by the state. Pick your municipality for height limits, setbacks, fees, step-by-step filing instructions and the person to call.
Some towns in Ashland County follow the county zoning ordinance instead of their own. Those are covered under Ashland County Zoning (unincorporated towns under county zoning).
| Municipality | Permit? | Side/rear max | Front yard | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Ashland | Yes | 6 ft maximum, or 4 ft where the rear yard abuts a neighbor's front yard | 4 ft maximum in residential front yards | 715-682-7041 |
| City of Mellen | Ask | — | — | 715-274-2136 |
| Village of Butternut | Ask | — | — | 715-682-7000 |
| Ashland County Zoning (unincorporated towns under county zoning) | Ask | — | — | 715-682-7000 |
| Town of Agenda | Ask | — | — | 715-682-7000 |
| Town of Ashland | Ask | — | — | 715-682-7000 |
| Town of Chippewa | Ask | — | — | 715-682-7000 |
| Town of Gingles | Ask | — | — | 715-682-7000 |
| Town of Gordon | Ask | — | — | 715-682-7000 |
| Town of Jacobs | Ask | — | — | 715-682-7000 |
| Town of La Pointe | No | — | — | 715-747-2707 |
| Town of Marengo | Ask | — | — | 715-682-7000 |
| Town of Morse | Ask | — | — | 715-682-7000 |
| Town of Peeksville | Ask | — | — | 715-682-7000 |
| Town of Sanborn | Ask | — | — | 715-682-7000 |
| Town of Shanagolden | Ask | — | — | 715-682-7000 |
| Town of White River | Ask | — | — | 715-682-7000 |
Not sure which municipality you're in? Your tax bill names it, or look up your address.