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KEYWORD
|
QUESTION |
ANSWER |
| Location |
Can I build my fence on the property line? |
No, the fence can be built up to but not on the
property line. |
| Can I attach my fence to my neighbor's garage? |
Yes, but you will need to have:
- Your neighbor provide a signed letter giving you permission to construct
their portion of the fence that is on their property.
- It will require two (2) permits (yours & theirs).
- You will need to install a 4x4 post on each side of the property
line.
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| Can I run the fence down to the public sidewalk
in my front yard? |
No, the fence must stop at the front building line. |
| What is a building line? |
Every street has a predetermined building line
in the front yard of which no structure can encroach without seeking a variance. |
| Where is my building line? |
Contact Building Department |
| I own a corner property, my house faces one street
but I enter my garage from another street. I want to enclose my entire backyard
with a wood fence. Can I do that? |
All of the backyard can be enclosed with the exception
of an 8-foot triangular area where the driveway meets the public sidewalk. |
| Height |
How high can my fence be? |
The maximum height for a solid privacy fence is
six (6) feet. |
| Construction |
How deep do I have to dig the postholes? |
There are no requirements, but the following is
recommended:
- Wood - three (3) feet minimum
- Metal cyclone - two (2) feet minimum
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| Does the 'good' side of a fence have to face my
neighbor's yard? |
Yes |
| Permits |
Do I need a permit to construct a fence? |
Yes - see Permit Fees. |