Florence County fence permit rules
Fence rules in Florence 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 Florence County follow the county zoning ordinance instead of their own. Those are covered under Florence County Zoning (Towns of Aurora, Commonwealth, Fence, Fern, Florence, Homestead and Tipler).
| Municipality | Permit? | Side/rear max | Front yard | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florence County Zoning (Towns of Aurora, Commonwealth, Fence, Fern, Florence, Homestead and Tipler) | Ask | — | — | 715-528-3206 |
| Town of Aurora | Ask | — | — | 715-528-3206 |
| Town of Commonwealth | Ask | — | — | 715-528-3206 |
| Town of Fence | Ask | — | — | 715-528-3206 |
| Town of Fern | Ask | — | — | 715-528-3206 |
| Town of Florence | Ask | — | — | 715-528-3206 |
| Town of Homestead | Ask | — | — | 715-528-3206 |
| Town of Long Lake | Ask | — | — | 715-674-2439 |
| Town of Tipler | Ask | — | — | 715-528-3206 |
Not sure which municipality you're in? Your tax bill names it, or look up your address.