Village of Shorewood Hills fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the Village of Shorewood Hills? Yes. The Village of Shorewood Hills requires a permit before you build a fence.
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Quick facts
- Permit required
- Yes source
- Fee
- $75 source
- Side and rear yards
- 4 ft above existing grade in rear yard setback areas, at least 40% open; solid screening fences outside the setbacks up to 5 ft source
- Front (street) yard
- No solid screening fence anywhere in the required front yard setback (height for open fences not stated) source
- Good side faces
- The finished or decorative side faces adjoining property. source
- Not allowed
- Dangerous fences, electrified fences, and barbed wire. source
- How to apply
- Call 608-267-2680 source
How to file for a fence permit in the Village of Shorewood Hills
- Fill out the Village Fence/Sign Permit form and attach a sketch of the fence.
- Get the adjoining owner's written consent if you want a solid fence up to 5 ft in a side or rear yard.
- Turn it in to Village Hall, 810 Shorewood Blvd (call 608-267-2680 to confirm how to submit) and pay the $75 fee.
- Start construction within 60 days of the permit.
- Call Diggers Hotline (811) at least 3 business days before digging.
- Paying
- $75 fence permit fee
- Review time
- Approved by the Village Administrator (form) / Building Commissioner (code)
- Permit good for
- Lapses if construction does not start within 60 days
Who to contact
- Phone
- 608-267-2680
- [email protected]
- Hours
- Mon-Thu 8:00 am-4:00 pm; Fri 8:00 am-12:00 pm
- Address
- Village Hall, 810 Shorewood Boulevard, Madison, WI 53705
Contact from shorewoodhillswi.gov — forms
What to submit
- Fence/Sign Permit application
- Sketch of the fence
Other rules to know
- The permit lapses if construction does not start within 60 days.
- Temporary fences need no permit.
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 Shorewood Hills, WI?
Yes. The Village of Shorewood Hills requires a permit before you build a fence. Temporary fences need no permit.
How tall can a fence be in the Village of Shorewood Hills?
Side and rear yards: 4 ft above existing grade in rear yard setback areas, at least 40% open; solid screening fences outside the setbacks up to 5 ft. Front (street) yard: No solid screening fence anywhere in the required front yard setback (height for open fences not stated).
Which side of the fence has to face the neighbor in the Village of Shorewood Hills?
The finished or decorative side faces adjoining property.
How much is a fence permit in the Village of Shorewood Hills?
$75.
How do I apply for a fence permit in the Village of Shorewood Hills?
Fill out the Village Fence/Sign Permit form and attach a sketch of the fence. Get the adjoining owner's written consent if you want a solid fence up to 5 ft in a side or rear yard. Turn it in to Village Hall, 810 Shorewood Blvd (call 608-267-2680 to confirm how to submit) and pay the $75 fee. Start construction within 60 days of the permit. 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 Shorewood Hills (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the Village of Shorewood Hills?
Village Hall. Phone 608-267-2680, email [email protected].
Sources
Summarized from the Village of Shorewood Hills's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
Ordinance: Zoning Code Sec. 10-1-103 Fences
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