Rochester may require a permit for fence construction depending on height and location. Standard fences under 6 feet in rear and side yards typically do not require a permit. Fences in front yards and exceeding height limits require review.
Standard residential fences meeting zoning height limits in rear and side yards are generally exempt from permit requirements. Front yard fences and any fence requiring a variance need city review. Homeowners should verify property lines before construction and call 811 to locate underground utilities. The Department of Environmental Services handles fence-related inquiries and enforcement.
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.
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