Longmont requires a building permit for every fence project, including new fences, replacement of any amount of existing fence, swapping fence types (e.g., chain link to wood privacy), changing the location of a fence, and replacing deteriorated fencing with the same material at the same height. Permits are issued by Building Services at 385 Kimbark Street.
The Building Services 'Fences' guide states that 'replacement fences require permits no matter the amount of fence being replaced.' Replacing one type of fencing with another, changing the location of a fence, or replacing a deteriorated fence with the same type at the same location and height all require a permit. A non-structural 'privacy screen' that is not located on a property line and is not anchored to the ground (e.g., a free-standing patio screen) does not require a permit. Applications require a permit form and an Improvement Location Certificate (ILC) or detailed plot plan showing setbacks and fence dimensions. Permits may be filed in person at the Development Services Center (385 Kimbark St., 8 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays) or online through the Citizen Access portal. Fee amounts are determined at issuance. A final inspection is required; the property owner does not need to be present. Working without a permit can void homeowner's insurance and expose the owner to liability.
Building a fence without a permit can result in a stop-work order, required removal or relocation, re-inspection fees, and potential insurance liability. Code enforcement may issue municipal citations.
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