Madison Fence and Hedge Guide

Madison does not require a building permit for fences, but fence height, placement, visibility, pools, and property lines still matter.

Permit takeaway

Madison says you do not need a building permit to put up a fence, but you must follow laws governing fence height and placement.

Zoning and placement

Front yard, corner street side yard, rear and interior side yard, pool, driveway, and intersection visibility rules can change allowed height.

Building and trade review

Madison tells homeowners to identify lot lines and use Diggers Hotline before installing a fence or hedge.

Call before applying when

Call before building if the fence is in a front yard, on a corner, near a driveway, around a pool, near a retaining wall, or if you cannot locate lot lines.

Documents to prepare

• Fence height
• Fence location
• Property line information
• Pool or corner-lot details if applicable

Inspection planning

• Confirm zoning requirements if unsure
• Call Diggers Hotline before digging
• Maintain the fence and keep it off sidewalks, streets, and neighbor property

Official sources

• Madison Fence or Hedge

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