Eagan requires a Zoning Permit for residential fences before construction begins. A Building Permit is required for commercial fences greater than seven (7) feet in height, mirroring the Minnesota State Building Code exemption (Minn. R. 1300.0120) for fences not over seven feet. Homeowners are responsible for locating property lines first.
The City of Eagan distinguishes between zoning permits and building permits for fences. Per the City's Fences handout, a Zoning Permit is required for residential fences, and a Building Permit is required for commercial fences greater than seven (7) feet in height. This building-permit threshold aligns with the Minnesota State Building Code: Minnesota Rules 1300.0120, subpart 4, exempts 'fences not over seven feet (2,134 mm) high' from a building permit, so taller commercial fences fall back under permit jurisdiction. Before installing any fence, it is the homeowner's responsibility to determine property lines; all portions of a fence, including the footings, must be installed inside the property line. A fence may be allowed within an easement, but the City directs residents to contact the Engineering Department at (651) 675-5646 before installing in an easement, and to verify boulevard widths. The City does not enforce private covenants but advises checking with Dakota County about subdivision covenants. Before digging, residents must contact Gopher State One Call at least 48 hours in advance. Permitting and inspection questions go to Building Inspections at (651) 675-5675; zoning and planning questions go to the Planning Department at (651) 675-5685.
Building a fence without the required zoning permit (residential) or building permit (commercial fences over 7') can result in a stop-work notice, after-the-fact permit requirements, and orders to relocate or remove a fence found over the property line or within a protected sight triangle or easement.
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