Do You Need a Fence Permit in Baltimore?
Yes
Fences are not on Baltimore's list of work exempt from permit, so a fence needs a permit. Fencing gets a footing inspection when needed and a final inspection.
Baltimore Fence Permits at a Glance
- Permits, last 12 months
- 912
- Issued, last 30 days
- 73
- Median application to issue
- Not published
- Median declared job value
- $6,585
- Issuing office
- Baltimore City Department of Housing & Community Development (DHCD)
- Rule last checked
- October 30, 2026
Permits Issued per Month
Counts are approximate: we match permit types and descriptions to fence work. Data from Open Baltimore: DHCD Permits, refreshed October 30, 2026.
What Baltimore's Rules Say
- Fences are not on the exempt list.
- Inspections: footing (as needed) and final.
- Check zoning height limits before you buy materials.
Baltimore Fence Permit Fees
We have not verified Baltimore's fee for this work from an official fee schedule yet, so we don't quote one. The Baltimore City Department of Housing & Community Development (DHCD) sets the fee when you apply.
Busiest Areas for Fence Permits
| Neighborhood | Permits (12 mo) |
|---|---|
| Broadway East | 26 |
| Hampden | 23 |
| Coldstream Homestead Montebello | 19 |
| Carrollton Ridge | 18 |
| Central Park Heights | 18 |
| Belair-Edison | 16 |
How to Get a Fence Permit in Baltimore
- Confirm the rule for your exact job on the official page cited above. Size, height, structure and location (historic district, floodplain) can change the answer.
- Choose who applies. Many permits here must be pulled by a licensed contractor; ask any contractor to name the license they will use.
- Apply with the Baltimore City Department of Housing & Community Development (DHCD) through the official department website.
- Schedule inspections as the permit requires, and keep the final approval with your house records.
Recent Baltimore Fence Permits
| Issued | Address | Work |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-27 | 1513 Burnwood | Install 100 Linear Feet of 42"H Residential Galvanized Chain-Link Fence with (2) 4'W Gate |
| 2026-10-27 | 710 Hunting | Installation of a 5' wooden privacy fence to complete fencing of our partially-fenced backyard. |
| 2026-10-27 | 2203 Sidney | Scope of work: interior/exterior alterations to include: interior demo (category i): removal of interior wall framing, d |
| 2026-10-26 | 1114 W 36Th | Scope of work: ---- Exterior alterations ----- - DEMO EXISITING EXTERIOR WALL AND FENCE ALONG CASH ALLEY AS per code |
| 2026-10-26 | 26 S Potomac | This is part of a larger project to turn my concrete back patio into a parking pad. This application is simply to remove |
| 2026-10-23 | 2412 W Franklin | SCOPE OF WORK: ------ INTERIOR ALTERATIONS ---- - category II Interior Demolition through-out (Nonstructural), - install |
| 2026-10-23 | 2213 Ashton | SCOPE OF WORK: ------ INTERIOR ALTERATIONS ---- - category II Interior Demolition through-out (Nonstructural), - install |
| 2026-10-23 | 1413 Mosher | SCOPE OF WORK: ------ INTERIOR ALTERATIONS ---- - category II Interior Demolition through-out (Nonstructural), - install |
| 2026-10-23 | 539 S Monroe | SCOPE OF WORK: ------ INTERIOR ALTERATIONS ---- - category I Interior Demolition through-out (Nonstructural drywall). No |
| 2026-10-23 | 1005 S Carey | Install 8 Linear Feet of 6'H Fortress Stockade Wood Fence with (1) 12'W Gate and (1) 4'W Gate. This property is in an Ur |
Addresses and work descriptions as published by the city. Owner names and phone numbers are removed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a fence permit in Baltimore?
Yes. Fences are not on Baltimore's list of work exempt from permit, so a fence needs a permit. Fencing gets a footing inspection when needed and a final inspection.
How many fence permits does Baltimore issue?
Baltimore issued 912 permits matching fence work between October 30, 2025 and October 30, 2026, about 76 a month. The busiest month was Jul 2026 with 94.
How much does a fence permit cost in Baltimore?
We have not yet verified Baltimore's fee for this work from an official fee schedule, so we do not quote one. The fee is set by the Baltimore City Department of Housing & Community Development (DHCD) when you apply.
How long does it take to get a fence permit in Baltimore?
Baltimore's open data for these records does not include usable application dates, so we cannot calculate a processing time. Ask the Baltimore City Department of Housing & Community Development (DHCD) for current timelines.
Who issues fence permits in Baltimore?
The Baltimore City Department of Housing & Community Development (DHCD).
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Sources
Official sources checked on . Rules change; confirm with the department before you start work.
- Baltimore DHCD: Work Exempt from Permit (linked above) (baltimorecity.gov)
- Baltimore DHCD: Permit Guidelines and Forms (baltimorecity.gov)