Fence / Block Wall Permit in Peoria, Arizona
A building permit is required for residential fences or block walls over 3 feet in height in Peoria. Fences and walls under 3 feet do not require a permit (but corner lot properties must adhere to Peoria Standard Detail PE-091). Walls over 7 feet require a permit from the Building department with structural calculations. Retaining walls and sound walls require a permit from the Engineering department with structural calculations. Applications are submitted with a 400M – Miscellaneous Building Permit Application and a site plan.
Verified 2026-06-29 · Source
When you need this permit
- Less than 3 feet at the tallest point: no building permit required (corner lots must comply with Peoria Standard Detail PE-091)
- Over 3 feet in height: building permit and site plan required; Engineering review also required
- Over 7 feet in height: building permit required with structural calculations
- Retaining walls/sound walls: separate Engineering department permit required with structural calculations
- When property is flagged as 'Special Flood Hazard' or 'Drainage Review Required': Engineering review required
- Site plan must include: owner information, site address and APN, north arrow and scale, adjacent roadways with ROW dimensions, lot lines with dimensions, existing easements, location and height of existing and proposed fence/wall/gates, size and type of material, and distance between support columns
- Properties north of Pinnacle Peak with over 10% slope: must demonstrate compliance with hillside standards (Peoria Zoning Ordinance Sections 21-710 through 21-734)
Required documents
- Req
400M – Miscellaneous Building Permit Application
Residential permit application used for fences and block walls
- Opt
503 – Residential Fence or Block Wall Checklist (Handout 503, Rev. 06/22)
Peoria's requirements for residential fence and block wall permits, including site plan content, height thresholds, and special provisions for hillside properties
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fence permit — valuation-based | Valuation based on linear footage per Peoria Building Valuation Table: fences less than 3 feet or added to existing = $1.50/linear ft; 3 to 7 feet high = $4/linear ft; over 7 feet high = $6.50/linear ft. Minimum permit fee $87. | Peoria Development Fee Schedule, Rev. 9/2025 — 'Fences (Val/lf)'. Plan check fee is an additional 65% of the permit fee. |
Review timeline
5–5 business days
Peoria’s published plan-review target
Inspection process
- 1
Final
Fence or block wall complete per approved site plan; height, materials, setbacks, and Engineering compliance verified.
Tips
- Fences under 3 feet do not require a permit, but corner lots must still comply with Peoria Standard Detail PE-091.
- Fences from 3 to 7 feet require a building permit and an Engineering review. Walls over 7 feet additionally require structural calculations.
- Retaining walls and sound walls always require an Engineering department permit (not a building permit) with structural calculations.
- The fence valuation for fee purposes is $4/linear ft for 3–7 ft walls and $6.50/linear ft for walls over 7 ft.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a permit to build a fence in Peoria?
- Yes if the fence is over 3 feet in height. Fences under 3 feet do not require a permit (corner lots must comply with Standard Detail PE-091). Fences from 3 to 7 feet need a building permit and Engineering review; walls over 7 feet also require structural calculations. Submit a 400M application with a site plan online at devservices.peoriaaz.gov. Source: City of Peoria Residential Fence or Block Wall Checklist (Handout 503, Rev. 06/22).
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-29.
- City of Peoria Development & Engineering Department — Building Development — official building department
- 503 – Residential Fence or Block Wall Checklist (Handout 503, Rev. 06/22) — PDF | City of Peoria (Wayback Jan. 2024)
- Development Fee Schedule (Rev. 9/2025) — PDF | City of Peoria (current official)
Fees, timelines, and adopted codes are researched from each jurisdiction's published records — see how we verify. Requirements change and vary by project, so always confirm the current details with the Peoria building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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