Adams County fence permit rules
Fence rules in Adams 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 Adams County follow the county zoning ordinance instead of their own. Those are covered under Adams County Zoning (10 towns).
| Municipality | Permit? | Side/rear max | Front yard | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Adams | Yes | 6 ft | 3 ft in front yards abutting a street | 608-339-6516 |
| Village of Friendship | Ask | — | — | 608-339-3243 |
| Adams County Zoning (10 towns) | Yes | 6 ft | 6 ft | 608-339-4222 |
| Town of Adams | Yes | 6 ft | 6 ft | 608-339-4222 |
| Town of Big Flats | Yes | 8 ft | No specific limit stated; "Open fences" are permitted within front setback lines | 608-564-7754 |
| Town of Colburn | Yes | 6 ft | 6 ft | 608-339-4222 |
| Town of Dell Prairie | Yes | 6 ft | 6 ft | 608-339-4222 |
| Town of Easton | Yes | 6 ft | 6 ft | 608-339-4222 |
| Town of Jackson | Yes | 6 ft | 6 ft | 608-339-4222 |
| Town of Leola | Ask | — | — | 715-355-6770 |
| Town of Lincoln | No | — | — | 608-459-0909 |
| Town of Monroe | Ask | — | — | 608-564-7271 |
| Town of New Chester | Yes | 6 ft | 6 ft | 608-339-4222 |
| Town of New Haven | Yes | 6 ft | 6 ft | 608-339-4222 |
| Town of Preston | Yes | 6 ft | 6 ft | 608-339-4222 |
| Town of Quincy | Ask | 8 ft on or next to residentially zoned property | 4 ft within a required front or corner side yard | 608-339-4222 |
| Town of Richfield | Yes | 6 ft | 6 ft | 608-339-4222 |
| Town of Rome | Yes | 6 ft open or solid | Ornamental fences max 4 ft; non-ornamental fences may not extend toward the front nearer than the street side of the house or the required minimum front yard | 715-325-8019 |
| Town of Springville | Yes | 6 ft | 6 ft | 608-339-4222 |
| Town of Strongs Prairie | Ask | 6 ft | 6 ft | 608-564-7626 |
Not sure which municipality you're in? Your tax bill names it, or look up your address.