Fences
Do I need a permit to put up a fence?
Yes. Applications are available here or at our office. The fee is $50. Processing usually takes a week.
Where can I put my fence?
Fences 4' high must be placed within the property lines. Fences over 4' high must be setback 2' from the
property line and may not be in the front yard. All fences must be kept out of all easements, rights-of-way, and
sightlines of street intersections and driveways. All fences that are for the required barriers of a pool must meet
of the 2006 IRC.
Do you come out and survey my property lines?
No. Only a PA licensed surveyor may set property corners. It is the applicant's responsibility to locate the
property lines to ensure proper placement of the fence. Amity Township reserves the right to require surveying if
property lines are not apparent.
Are there any inspections?
Yes, two. A "setback" inspection is done as soon as you mark where you want to put the fence and another
"final" inspection after your fence is installed. You must call the office to set up the inspections. Upon approval of
the inspections, a certificate of use will be signed and mailed to the applicant.