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Do I need a permit for a fence in San Antonio, TX?

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Yes. Building a new fence, or repairing more than 25% of a fence, needs a residential fence permit.

What changes the answer

Cost

$26.50 online through BuildSA ($36.50 in person).

Fee source: https://docsonline.sanantonio.gov/DSDUploads/FencesFAQ.pdf

Where to apply

City of San Antonio Development Services (BuildSA portal or One Stop, 1901 S. Alamo St.)

Permitting authority: City of San Antonio Development Services Department. Applies inside San Antonio city limits. Historic, Neighborhood Conservation and Corridor districts can add design review even for permit-exempt work.

Official sources

“To build or repair more than 25 % of a fence you must have”

Source: https://docsonline.sanantonio.gov/DSDUploads/FencesFAQ.pdf

“Anytime you're installing a brand new fence or replacing more than 25% of your fencing, a permit is needed ($26.50).”

Source: https://docsonline.sanantonio.gov/DSDUploads/HomeRemodeling.pdf

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