In Woodbury, you must build your fence entirely within your property lines. You can define the exact lines by requesting help from a surveyor or getting a copy of your deed from the city hall.

If you intend to build a fence on a shared property line, all affected neighbors must be in agreement. You will both need to sign a written agreement regarding shared maintenance and expenses before construction can begin.

If you will be installing your fence within your own property line, you are not legally required to notify your neighbors. It is still a common courtesy to inform your neighbors a few days before installation so that they are not inconvenienced.

Yes, all Woodbury fence installations require a zoning permit. Along with your application, you will need to include a detailed layout of the design, fence height and material, a certificate of survey, and a permit fee. After installation, you will need to schedule an inspection.

We’ll call Gopher State One Call and mark all utility lines before beginning construction. If you want to build a DIY fence, you must call the utilities yourself.

Fences in front yards can be a maximum of 4 feet tall, while side and back yards can have fences up to 6 feet in height.

Building a fence on a utility easement in Woodbury is not recommended. However, you can do so if you sign an agreement with the city government. This allows the city to alter your fence if they need to gain access to utility easements on your property. In this case, you may be responsible for any damages.

Electric and barbed wire fences are outlawed throughout Minnesota due to their potentially dangerous nature.