Lynn requires a building permit for any fence 7 feet or taller. Shorter fences need no building permit, but the zoning ordinance sets district limits and corner-lot sight lines.
Lynn's Inspectional Services Department requires a building permit for any fence seven feet or higher; fences under that height do not need a building permit. Height and yard placement are also governed by the city zoning ordinance, and corner lots must keep intersection sight lines clear. Massachusetts spite-fence law (MGL c.49 §21) makes a fence over six feet erected maliciously to annoy a neighbor a private nuisance the neighbor can sue over. Taller or noncompliant fences may require zoning board relief.
Building without the required 7-foot permit draws a stop-work order and correction notice. Malicious spite fences over 6 feet expose the builder to a civil nuisance suit under MGL c.49 §21.
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