Fences under 6 feet in Cranston are generally exempt from building permits under the RI State Building Code. All fences must comply with zoning setback and sight-triangle requirements. Fences over 6 feet require building permits.
Under the RI State Building Code adopted by Cranston, fences not exceeding 6 feet are exempt from building permit requirements. However, this exemption does not authorize work that violates zoning or other code provisions. Fences exceeding 6 feet require a building permit from the Building Inspector's office. All fences must comply with zoning setbacks and corner-lot sight-triangle requirements regardless of height. Electrical installations on fences require separate electrical permits.
Building without required permit (over 6 feet): stop-work order. Zoning violation: correction order. Fines for non-compliance.
Cranston, RI
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Cranston, RI
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Cranston, RI
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Cranston, RI
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Cranston, RI
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Cranston, RI
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