Melbourne requires fence permits for construction in residential districts. The Code Compliance Division Building Section processes fence permit applications. All fences must comply with Florida Building Code wind load requirements for the coastal wind zone.
Melbourne's permit requirements for fences are straightforward: standard wood, vinyl, or chain-link fences within height limits (4 feet front yard, 6 feet side/rear) are exempt from building permits in most city limits. Permits are required for fences exceeding 6 feet, masonry or stone walls, electric fences, fences with concrete foundations deeper than 18 inches, and fences within easements or floodplains. Fence installation must not obstruct drainage or utility access. Property owners should verify the property line through a survey before installing boundary fences to avoid encroachment disputes.
Building a fence requiring a permit without one results in a stop-work order and a double permit fee plus a $100 administrative penalty. Non-conforming fences must be brought into compliance or removed.
Melbourne, FL
Melbourne Code of Ordinances Chapter 26, Article II (Noise and Vibration Control, Sec. 26-19 et seq.) prohibits noise that disturbs the quiet and repose of p...
Melbourne, FL
Melbourne limits construction noise to designated daytime hours. Construction work in residential areas is generally permitted 7 AM to 6 PM on weekdays with ...
Melbourne, FL
Melbourne Code Chapter 26 prohibits the keeping of any animal or bird that causes frequent or long-continued noise disturbing the comfort and repose of perso...
Melbourne, FL
Melbourne regulates street parking through its Code of Ordinances. Downtown Melbourne and the Eau Gallie Arts District have time-limited parking. Residential...
Melbourne, FL
Melbourne restricts commercial vehicle parking in residential zoning districts. Commercial vehicles and equipment storage is regulated to maintain neighborho...
Melbourne, FL
Melbourne requires vehicles to be parked on approved surfaces in residential areas. Parking on grass or unpaved areas is prohibited. The zoning code under Ap...
Side-by-side rule comparisons with other cities in Brevard County.
See how other cities in Brevard County handle permit requirements.
See how Melbourne's permit requirements rules stack up against other locations.
Quick Compare
Help us keep this page accurate. If you notice an error or outdated information, let us know.