Standard residential fences meeting the height limits generally do not need a town permit. Castle Rock follows the 2024 International Residential Code, which exempts fences 7 feet or lower from a building permit; taller fences and walls require review.
Castle Rock's zoning code (CRMC 17.52.130) governs fence height and materials, while building permits follow the adopted 2024 International Residential Code. Under IRC R105.2, fences not over 7 feet high are exempt from a building permit, and Castle Rock's zoning already caps residential fences at 6 feet, so a compliant fence usually needs no permit. Fences exceeding the height standards require Board of Adjustment approval. Always verify property lines, easements, and any HOA rules first, and call the Building Division before starting.
Building or altering a fence beyond code without required approval can trigger a stop-work order, correction notice, or municipal citation from Code Compliance.
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