Bend Oregon Fence and Retaining Wall Permit Guide

Bend fence and retaining wall permits depend on height, material, residential-district limits, clear-vision areas, right-of-way location, and whether the wall supports additional load.

Permit takeaway

Bend requires a building permit or approved engineered plans for fences over seven feet, concrete block fences over four feet, retaining walls greater than four feet, and walls supporting additional load.

Zoning and placement

Residential fence height limits, clear-vision area rules, utility easements, right-of-way boundaries, and prohibited materials can affect whether and where a fence or wall can be built.

Building and trade review

Retaining walls over the permit threshold generally require plans prepared by a licensed design professional, and fence or wall plans should include dimensions, materials, framing details, and site location.

Call before applying when

Call before applying if the fence is over six feet in a residential district, over seven feet generally, a CMU wall is over four feet, a retaining wall exceeds four feet, or the work is near a driveway, alley, intersection, utility easement, or right-of-way.

Documents to prepare

• Residential submittal checklist
• Site plan
• Fence or wall dimensions
• Material and framing details
• Engineered plans when required

Inspection planning

• Confirm zoning and clear-vision limits
• Apply through the Online Permit Center
• Upload plans
• Schedule required inspections
• Keep approval records

Official sources

• Bend Fences and Retaining Walls Permitting Guide
• Bend Fences and Retaining Walls Guide
• Bend Development and Permitting

This guide is a planning summary. Always verify the current requirements with the local office before starting work.