McKinney Fence and Retaining Wall Permit Guide

McKinney fence permits depend on whether a fence is new or changing height, location, or material, and retaining walls require permits regardless of height.

Permit takeaway

McKinney says a residential fence permit is needed for a new fence, and an existing fence needs a permit when height, location, or material will change.

Zoning and placement

McKinney fence rules include rear-yard and front-yard height limits, pool-barrier inspection issues, HOA considerations, and utility-locate planning before digging.

Building and trade review

McKinney requires permits for retaining walls regardless of height, and retaining walls over two feet high require engineered plans.

Call before applying when

Call before applying if the fence is new, changes height, location, or material, encloses a pool, sits in the front yard, or includes a retaining wall over two feet.

Documents to prepare

• CSS application
• Site plan or survey
• Fence location
• Fence height and material
• Retaining wall engineered plans if required

Inspection planning

• Upload site plan in CSS
• Call utility locate before digging
• Schedule pool-barrier or wall inspections if applicable
• Keep approved plans available

Official sources

• McKinney Fence Permits
• McKinney Code Compliance
• McKinney Permits

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