Prince George's County requires a building permit to construct any fence taller than 4 feet. Fences 4 feet and under are exempt unless in a historic or protected area or on a corner lot. Permits are issued by DPIE.
The Department of Permitting, Inspections and Enforcement (DPIE) requires a building permit for fences over 4 feet high; fences 4 feet or under generally do not need a permit unless the property is in a historic/protected area or the fence is on a corner lot. Applicants must sign a Residential Fence/Gate Owner Certification Form confirming the fence stays outside public utility, drainage, and stormwater easements unless the utility gives written approval. Under the Zoning Ordinance, walls and fences are also subject to the height standards of Section 27-6603 regardless of permit status.
Building an over-4-foot fence without a permit can trigger a stop-work order, fines, and a requirement to obtain a permit after the fact or remove the fence.
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