Colorado Springs Fence Permit Guide

Colorado Springs fence rules cover height, front-yard placement, side and rear yards, sight distance, materials, preservation areas, utility locates, and building permits for fences over seven feet.

Permit takeaway

Colorado Springs says fences are allowed on private property without a permit when standards are met, but any fence over seven feet high is an accessory structure and requires a building permit through Pikes Peak Regional Building Department.

Zoning and placement

Front-yard fences may not exceed four feet, while side and rear yard placement is tied to UDC standards and sight-distance rules.

Building and trade review

Fence materials, driveway visibility, access to meters and fire protection equipment, and preservation-area restrictions can affect a fence project.

Call before applying when

Call before building if the fence is over seven feet, in a front yard, near a driveway, in a preservation area, near meters or hydrants, or uses restricted materials.

Documents to prepare

• Fence height
• Fence location
• Material information
• Sight-distance and utility-locate notes

Inspection planning

• Confirm zoning standards
• Apply for a building permit if over seven feet
• Call 811 before digging
• Keep fence clear of meters, hydrants, and required visibility areas

Official sources

• Colorado Springs Fences

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