Permit Required?
Required (over 7 ft)
Typical Fee Range
$85–$150
A $83.50 base fee applies for projects under $2,000, plus a state surcharge.
Fee Method
Valuation-based
What's Required in Minneapolis
- Permit required for any fence exceeding 7 feet in height
- Maximum height in front yards is 4 feet
- Maximum height in side and rear yards is typically 6 feet
- Fences abutting navigable lakes or channels are limited to 4 feet in height
- Supports must be placed on the owner's property with the finished side facing out
- Site plan showing property lines and proposed location is required for permitted fences
How to Get a Fence Permit in Minneapolis
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Step 1: Application Submittal
Submit a building permit application online to trigger a ProjectDox invitation.
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Step 2: ProjectDox Upload
Log into ProjectDox to upload your site plan and scale drawings.
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Step 3: Intake Review
A development coordinator verifies the submission is complete.
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Step 4: Fee Payment
Pay the $83.50 minimum fee plus plan review (if applicable) once approved.
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Step 5: Inspection
Schedule a final inspection to verify height and property line setbacks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Only if the fence is taller than 7 feet.
Standard limits are 4 feet in the front yard and 6 feet in the back.
The 2026 base fee for residential construction under $2,000 is $83.50.