Fences under 6.5 feet generally need no building permit. Fences in the Historic District may require a Historic Area Work Permit. Montgomery County DPS handles permitting.
Montgomery County Department of Permitting Services (DPS) handles building permits for Takoma Park. Standard residential fences under 6.5 feet in height generally do not require a building permit under the county building code, though they must comply with zoning regulations for height and placement. Fences over 6.5 feet require a building permit. All fences must comply with Montgomery County zoning Chapter 59 setback requirements and may not encroach on public right-of-way or utility easements. A property survey or plat is recommended before installation to confirm property lines. In the Takoma Park Historic District (designated areas in Old Town), a Historic Area Work Permit (HAWP) from the Montgomery County Historic Preservation Commission may be required for fences visible from the street. HAWP review considers material, design, and compatibility with the historic character of the neighborhood. A Miss Utility call (811) is required before digging post holes to locate underground utilities.
Fence without required permit: stop work order and retroactive permit required. Historic district violation: removal or modification may be ordered. Encroachment on right-of-way: removal required.
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