Fence permits in Norfolk County are issued by individual municipalities — typically by the local building department. Norfolk County government does not issue fence permits.
Norfolk County has no county fence permit program. Whether a building permit is required for a fence depends entirely on the municipality. In Massachusetts, many towns require a building permit for fences over a certain height (commonly 6 feet) or for fences within certain setbacks. Some towns exempt fences from permit requirements entirely if height limits are met. Check with your local building department before constructing any fence. Fences on or near property lines may also trigger the Massachusetts Fence Viewer statutes (MGL c. 49 §§1–21) governing boundary disputes.
Building without a required permit: stop-work order, removal order, fines typically $50–$300 per day.
Wellesley, MA
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Wellesley, MA
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Wellesley, MA
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