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Fence Permit Requirements in Alvarado, TX
Based on City of Alvarado published sources. Confirm with Building Safety before you build.
Do you need a permit?
Check with the city. Alvarado's fee schedule lists a $50 fence permit, but the city pages we found don't say plainly which fences need one. Confirm before you build.
What to know
- Fence permit fee: $50.
- Screening walls and retaining walls are $100 per lot.
- We couldn't find Alvarado's fence height limits on the city pages we checked.
Typical documents
- Permit application from Building Safety
- Site plan showing the fence line, height and materials
Who can apply & how
- Permits are issued by the City of Alvarado Community Development Department – Building Safety, 104 W. College St.
- The homeowner, a contractor or an authorized agent can apply. All sub-contractors must be registered to work in Alvarado.
- Plans must meet the 2021 International Residential Code, the 2020 National Electrical Code and the zoning ordinance. The approved permit must be posted at the job site before work starts.
Practical tips
- Call 811 before digging post holes.
- HOAs often have stricter fence rules than the city.
Contact & sources
City of Alvarado Community Development – Building Safety · 104 W. College St., Alvarado, TX 76009 · (817) 790-3351
Only applies inside Alvarado city limits. Neighboring cities and unincorporated Johnson County have their own rules.
