Fences 6 feet or less in Boise residential zones do not require a building permit. Over 6 feet requires a permit through Planning and Development Services. Historic District fences of any height require Historic Preservation Commission review.
Boise fence permits are required when fence height exceeds 6 feet, when the fence is part of a swimming pool barrier (48-inch minimum), or when located in a Historic District. Building permit fees are calculated on project valuation, typically 150 to 350 dollars for residential fencing projects. Historic District projects (North End, East End, Warm Springs, Boise Depot) require Certificate of Appropriateness approval from the Boise Historic Preservation Commission before a permit can issue; design criteria address material, style, and period appropriateness. Fencing in floodplains along the Boise River (FEMA SFHA Zone AE) requires additional review to ensure no obstruction of floodway flow. Properties in Foothills wildfire overlay zones have fence material restrictions.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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