Hillsboro, OR Fence Regulations: Fence Permit Requirements (2026)

A.Purpose. The purpose of a Fence Permit is to ensure that fences are installed in accordance with the requirements of this Code, thereby providing certainty to property owners prior to installation of the fence.B.Procedure. Fence applications are subject to the Type I procedure as described in Section 12.70.030.C.Submittal Requirements. Type I application submittal requirements are set forth in Section 12.70.030 and more specific submittal requirements are provided on application forms and checklists as authorized in Section 12.70.110. At a minimum, a fence permit application shall include the following:1.An application form signed by the applicant or applicant's representative;2.Payment in full of the appropriate application fee, based on the fee schedule in effect on the date of submittal;3.A scaled site plan of the property and any abutting public or private streets, showing the location of the proposed fence(s); and4.A drawing illustrating the height, materials, and general appearance of the fence.D.Approval Criteria. In order to approve a fence permit, the Review Authority shall make a determination based on evidence provided that the height and location of the fence are consistent with the provisions Section 12.50.250 Fences, Free-Standing Walls, Hedges and Berms, and Section 12.50.260 Sight Distance/Vision Clearance.