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Complete guide to local fence regulations.
Planning Your Leland Fence
📍Overview
Leland’s rules live mainly in Chapter 66 (Zoning). Fences are often treated as accessory structures (Sec. 66-229).
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Permit Requirements in Leland
📝Permit Overview
A Zoning Permit is typically required for residential fences. Building permits may also be needed depending on specifics.
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📄Zoning Permit
Required for all residential fences to check location, height, and setbacks against the Zoning Ordinance.
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🏗️Building Permit
May be required based on fence type or height; pool barriers are permitted via the pool permit process.
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💳Application & Fees
Apply via Evolve Public. Verify current fees; residential and commercial fee formulas exist for building-permit fences.
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Key Leland Fence Regulations (Accessory Structures)
📏Height Limits
General height by yard is not clearly specified in summaries—verify with the Town. Some known mentions exist.
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🧱Materials & Appearance
Common materials include wood, vinyl, and chain-link. Masonry walls are handled separately; verify prohibitions.
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🌿Finished Side
Specific finished-side orientation could apply; confirm current requirements with the Town.
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📐Setback Requirements (Accessory Structures)
Typical side or rear setbacks are 10 ft (5 ft residential exception with conditions). Front yard limits apply.
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Corner Lot Visibility & Special Cases
🚦Corner Lot & Visibility
Side street setbacks vary by district; sight triangles are regulated—verify exact dimensions and allowed fence heights.
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🔍Other Special Cases
Pools, daycares, screening or buffer yards, maintenance, HOAs, and waterfront districts may add requirements.
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Project Checklist, Contacts & Resources
✅Leland Fence Project Checklist
Survey, review ordinances and HOA rules, plan details, verify fees, apply via Evolve, call 811, install, and inspect.
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☎️Key Leland Contacts
Town of Leland Planning & Inspections: address, phone numbers, and staff directory.
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🔗Official Websites & Documents
Town site, Planning & Inspections, zoning code references, permitting portal, and fee schedule.
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Important Disclaimer
This information is for general guidance only. Always verify with local authorities.