(A) Applicability. Except as exempted in this section, no fence shall be installed unless a permit for such fence has been issued by the Building Department.
(B) Contents of application. An application for a building permit to erect a fence shall include the following information, in addition to other information required by the Building Department for a permit application:
(1) A plot plan showing the location of the fence and gates in relation to all property lines, streets, driveways, sidewalks and structure on or within six feet of the subject property, and north arrow. Certified surveyor's drawings are preferred.
(2) Information indicating the height, materials, dimensions, colors, style, and opacity of the fence.
(3) Information and plans indicating the method of attaching the fence to the ground or to other structures.
(C) Exemption for repair or replacement. No permit is required for repair or replacement of a fence or portions thereof if the area being repaired or replaced, in any 12 month period, does not exceed 50% of the length of the fence, and the replacement does not involve changes to foundations or footers. The exemption regarding partial replacement does not apply to walls.
(D) Exemption for agricultural purposes. No permit is required for fencing used around small areas within a rear yard for agricultural purposes.
(Ord. 18-21, passed 10-16-18) Penalty, see § 157.99