Village of Belgium fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the Village of Belgium? Yes. The Village of Belgium 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
- 4 ft in the street yard source
- Distance from lot line
- Residential fences not closer than 2 ft to any public right-of-way or easement; may sit on side and rear lot lines if no easements run along those lines. source
- Not allowed
- Security fences are not allowed in residential districts. source
- How to apply
- Online portal, mail, in person source
How to file for a fence permit in the Village of Belgium
Steps based on belgiumwi.gov — aa3832 4606e798894b439ab9fd08edab75877d
- Apply online with the Village's Fence, Deck, or Pool Permit form (HeyGov), or fill out the paper building permit application and check "Fence".
- Attach three plats of survey showing where the fence goes and a color picture of an example of the fence.
- Submit online, bring it to Village Hall, 104 Peter Thein Ave, or mail it with a self-addressed stamped envelope.
- Expect about five working days for processing; pay the fee when the permit is issued.
- Request the Building Inspector's inspection through the Village's online "Contact Building Inspector / Request Inspection" form (or RK Inspections, 414-333-4511).
- Call Diggers Hotline (811) at least 3 business days before digging.
- Paying
- Permit is valid from the date of issuance and payment; fence fee amount not listed
- Review time
- About five working days
- Inspections
- All work must be inspected by the Building Inspector (RK Inspections, 414-333-4511)
- Permit good for
- One year from issuance and payment
Who to contact
Roger Kison
Building Inspector (RK Construction & Inspection Services, LLC)
- Phone
- 414-333-4511
- Address
- Village Hall, 104 Peter Thein Ave, Belgium, WI 53004 (include a self-addressed stamped envelope if mailing)
Contact from belgiumwi.gov — aa3832 4606e798894b439ab9fd08edab75877d
What to submit
- Village building permit application with "Fence" checked
- Three plats of survey showing the fence placement
- A color picture of an example of the fence
Other rules to know
- The Village lists "installing fencing of any length" as needing a permit.
- Processing usually takes about five working days (longer in peak season).
- All work must be inspected by the Building Inspector (RK Inspections).
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 Belgium, WI?
Yes. The Village of Belgium requires a permit before you build a fence.
How tall can a fence be in the Village of Belgium?
Side and rear yards: 6 ft. Front (street) yard: 4 ft in the street yard.
How close to the property line can I put a fence in the Village of Belgium?
Residential fences not closer than 2 ft to any public right-of-way or easement; may sit on side and rear lot lines if no easements run along those lines.
How do I apply for a fence permit in the Village of Belgium?
Apply online with the Village's Fence, Deck, or Pool Permit form (HeyGov), or fill out the paper building permit application and check "Fence". Attach three plats of survey showing where the fence goes and a color picture of an example of the fence. Submit online, bring it to Village Hall, 104 Peter Thein Ave, or mail it with a self-addressed stamped envelope. Expect about five working days for processing; pay the fee when the permit is issued. Request the Building Inspector's inspection through the Village's online "Contact Building Inspector / Request Inspection" form (or RK Inspections, 414-333-4511). permit.guide can turn a fence drawn on an aerial photo of your lot into a complete permit application package for the Village of Belgium (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the Village of Belgium?
Roger Kison, Building Inspector (RK Construction & Inspection Services, LLC). Phone 414-333-4511.
Sources
Summarized from the Village of Belgium's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
Ordinance: Zoning Code § 270-53(C) (residential fences)
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