Duluth Minnesota Fence Permit Guide

Duluth requires a fence permit before constructing any fence four feet or taller, and fences taller than seven feet require both a fence permit and a building permit.

Permit takeaway

Duluth says a fence permit is required before construction of any fence four feet or taller, and both a fence permit and building permit are required for a fence taller than seven feet.

Zoning and placement

Fences must be set back at least three feet from right-of-way such as streets or alleys, and front yard and corner-lot rules can limit height and materials.

Building and trade review

Fence permits are submitted through ePlace, and the property owner must be the applicant or provide signed consent for someone else to apply.

Call before applying when

Call before applying if the fence is four feet or taller, over seven feet, in a front yard, on a corner lot, near right-of-way, in a drainage easement, floodway, or shoreland area.

Documents to prepare

• Fence permit application
• Property owner consent if applicable
• Fence height
• Fence location
• Fence material

Inspection planning

• Call Gopher One before digging
• Apply through ePlace
• Check right-of-way and front-yard limits
• Keep approval records
• Schedule building inspection if fence is over seven feet

Official sources

• Duluth Fence Permits
• Duluth ePlace
• Duluth Permit Types

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