Town of Polk fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the Town of Polk? Yes. The Town of Polk requires a permit before you build a fence.
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Quick facts
- Permit required
- Yes
- Fee
- $50 (zoning fence permit)
- Side and rear yards
- See ordinance
- Front (street) yard
- See the Town zoning ordinance (application asks for street, side, rear and shore yard heights)
- Distance from lot line
- At least 2 ft from every lot line and from any structure the fence runs parallel to.
- Good side faces
- Finished side faces the neighbors.
- How to apply
- Email, in person
How to file for a fence permit in the Town of Polk
- Fill out the Town of Polk Application for Fence Permit (Rev 03-2025) completely.
- Draw a site plan showing lot lines, existing structures, the fence and its distances to the lot lines and right-of-way (at least 2 ft from lot lines).
- Submit one paper copy and one PDF to the Zoning Administrator ([email protected]) or at Town Hall, 3680 STH 60, Slinger.
- Pay the $50 fee. The application isn't accepted until it's paid.
- After zoning approval, ask whether a separate building permit is needed. Town Hall staff (262-677-2123) handle fence permits.
- Call Diggers Hotline (811) at least 3 business days before digging.
- Paying
- $50, due with the application
Who to contact
Town Hall (Kelly or Alison)
Fence permits
- Phone
- 262-677-2123
- [email protected]
- Hours
- Mon, Wed, Thu 7:30 am to noon; Tue 2:30 to 6 pm
- Address
- Office of the Zoning Administrator, 3680 STH 60, Slinger, WI 53086
What to submit
- Town of Polk Application for Fence Permit (Rev 03-2025), completed in full
- Site plan showing lot lines, existing structures, the fence and its distance to lot lines and the right-of-way
- One paper copy and one digital copy (PDF) of the packet
- $50 fee (application is not accepted until paid)
Other rules to know
- This is a zoning approval; the Town may also require a separate building permit after approval.
- Fence permits are handled by Town Hall staff, not the building inspector.
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 Town of Polk, WI?
Yes. The Town of Polk requires a permit before you build a fence.
How tall can a fence be in the Town of Polk?
Side and rear yards: See ordinance. Front (street) yard: See the Town zoning ordinance (application asks for street, side, rear and shore yard heights).
How close to the property line can I put a fence in the Town of Polk?
At least 2 ft from every lot line and from any structure the fence runs parallel to.
Which side of the fence has to face the neighbor in the Town of Polk?
Finished side faces the neighbors.
How much is a fence permit in the Town of Polk?
$50 (zoning fence permit).
How do I apply for a fence permit in the Town of Polk?
Fill out the Town of Polk Application for Fence Permit (Rev 03-2025) completely. Draw a site plan showing lot lines, existing structures, the fence and its distances to the lot lines and right-of-way (at least 2 ft from lot lines). Submit one paper copy and one PDF to the Zoning Administrator ([email protected]) or at Town Hall, 3680 STH 60, Slinger. Pay the $50 fee. The application isn't accepted until it's paid. After zoning approval, ask whether a separate building permit is needed. Town Hall staff (262-677-2123) handle fence permits. permit.guide can turn a fence drawn on an aerial photo of your lot into a complete permit application package for the Town of Polk (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the Town of Polk?
Town Hall (Kelly or Alison), Fence permits. Phone 262-677-2123, email [email protected].
Sources
Summarized from the Town of Polk's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
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