Village of McFarland fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the Village of McFarland? Yes. The Village of McFarland requires a permit before you build a fence.
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Quick facts
- Permit required
- Yes source
- Side and rear yards
- 6 ft source
- Front (street) yard
- 3 ft in the front yard, decorative fences only source
- Corner lots
- No structure or screening in the vision triangle between 3 and 10 ft above the curb or pavement edge (Sec. 62-169) source
- Distance from lot line
- Residential fences may not be placed within any street yard, with exceptions noted in the ordinance. source
- Good side faces
- The finished or decorative side faces the adjoining property; supports on the inside. source
- Not allowed
- Chain-link, mesh, wood snow fences or similar fences are not acceptable as decorative fences. source
- How to apply
- In person source
How to file for a fence permit in the Village of McFarland
Steps based on mcfarland.wi.us — Fences Decks and Swimming Pools PDF
- Get the 'Fences, Decks, and Swimming Pools' form online or at the Municipal Center.
- Show the fence location, design and materials.
- Apply in person at Community Development, 5915 Milwaukee Street, 3 to 5 business days before you start.
- Call Diggers Hotline (811) at least 3 business days before digging.
- Review time
- Apply 3-5 business days before the project starts
Who to contact
- Phone
- 608-838-3154
- [email protected]
- Hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
- Address
- Community Development Department, McFarland Municipal Center, 5915 Milwaukee Street, McFarland, WI 53558
Contact from mcfarland.wi.us — Fences Decks and Swimming Pools PDF
What to submit
- Fence location
- Fence design
- Construction materials
Other rules to know
- Check neighborhood covenants for added restrictions.
- The handout is dated Revised 01/25/20.
Before you dig
Call Diggers Hotline at 811 (or file online at diggershotline.com) at least 3 business days before digging post holes. 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 Village of McFarland, WI?
Yes. The Village of McFarland requires a permit before you build a fence.
How tall can a fence be in the Village of McFarland?
Side and rear yards: 6 ft. Front (street) yard: 3 ft in the front yard, decorative fences only. Corner lots: No structure or screening in the vision triangle between 3 and 10 ft above the curb or pavement edge (Sec. 62-169).
How close to the property line can I put a fence in the Village of McFarland?
Residential fences may not be placed within any street yard, with exceptions noted in the ordinance.
Which side of the fence has to face the neighbor in the Village of McFarland?
The finished or decorative side faces the adjoining property; supports on the inside.
How do I apply for a fence permit in the Village of McFarland?
Get the 'Fences, Decks, and Swimming Pools' form online or at the Municipal Center. Show the fence location, design and materials. Apply in person at Community Development, 5915 Milwaukee Street, 3 to 5 business days before you start. Call Diggers Hotline (811) at least 3 business days before digging. permit.guide can turn a fence drawn on an aerial photo of your lot into a complete permit application package for the Village of McFarland (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the Village of McFarland?
Building Inspector, Community Development Department. Phone 608-838-3154, email [email protected].
Sources
Summarized from the Village of McFarland's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
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