Residential Fencing
New or replacement fence. Fences of any material that exceed 8 feet above grade require a permit. Additionally, fences constructed completely or partially of masonry or concrete require a permit regardless of height above grade.
Permit must be kept on site until final approval is granted.
Planning and Development Department's review required. http://cohweb.houstontx.gov/FIN_FeeSchedule/default.aspx
- Building Permit Application
- Declaration In Support of Application For City of Houston Building Permit
- Complete Set of Site Plans Uploaded and fence design drawing
1. Log in or create an iPermits account at: https://www.hpceservices.org/
2. Complete building permit application
3. Pay plan review fee(s)
4. Receive email invitation to upload plans.
Requires approval by the Planning and Development group.
- Building Permit Application
- Declaration In Support of Application For City of Houston Building Permit
- Complete Set of Site Plans Uploaded and fence design drawing
Once application is approved and the plan review (PX) fee has been paid, an email to upload and submit plans will be sent to the applicant.
Commercial projects may not qualify for a one stop review based on the scope of the work.
Approved plans must be on site for inspection
Contact the Interactive Voice Response (IVR) System at 713-222-9922.
Enter the appropriate project number into the field and click Submit button.