Most Saratoga County municipalities require zoning permits or building department approval for fences, particularly those over 6 feet or on corner lots.
Saratoga Springs City Code Chapter 240 requires a zoning permit for all fences over 4 feet in front yards or 6 feet in side/rear yards; historic district fences also require Design Review Commission approval. Clifton Park (Section 208-57) requires permits for any fence over 4 feet. Halfmoon, Wilton, and Malta typically require building department review for fences over 6 feet or those on corner lots/sight triangles. Permit fees range $25-$100 depending on municipality. Agricultural-zoned parcels in unincorporated areas generally do not require fence permits for agricultural uses under Right to Farm Law Section 305-a. Corner lots trigger mandatory sight-triangle review regardless of height.
Saratoga Springs unpermitted fence: $250 plus removal or retroactive permit at double fee. Clifton Park: up to $350/day of continuing violation.
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