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Fence Permit Requirements in Weatherford, TX
Based on City of Weatherford published sources. Confirm with the permits office before you build.
Do you need a permit?
Yes. Weatherford issues fence permits, listed at $75 on the city's residential fee schedule. Check with the permits office about repairs and height limits for your lot.
What to know
- Fence permit fee: $75.
- Retaining walls have their own permit ($375).
- Fence height and location rules come from the city's zoning ordinance (Title XII).
Typical documents
- Permit application with fence height, material and location
- Site plan showing the fence line and property lines
Who can apply & how
- Residential permits are handled by the City of Weatherford's building permits office at 303 Palo Pinto St. Questions: (817) 598-4282 ext. 2 or permitapplications@weatherfordtx.gov.
- Applications are submitted through the city's online permit portal; some forms require you to create an account.
- The city notes that most structural work, additions, new buildings, major renovations, and electrical, plumbing and HVAC work require permits; small repairs usually don't. Work without a permit may have to be removed.
Practical tips
- Call 811 before digging post holes.
- HOAs often have stricter fence rules than the city.
Contact & sources
City of Weatherford Building Permits · 303 Palo Pinto St. · (817) 598-4282 ext. 2 · permitapplications@weatherfordtx.gov
- City of Weatherford – Residential Fees →
- City of Weatherford – Residential Permits →
- City of Weatherford – Title XII Zoning Ordinance (adopted Dec. 16, 2025) →
Only applies inside Weatherford city limits. Neighboring cities and unincorporated Parker County have their own rules.
