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Fence / Block Wall Permit in Unincorporated Maricopa County, Arizona

Required for fences and block walls in the unincorporated areas of Maricopa County. Permit fees are valuation-based using per-lineal-foot rates published in the county's Local Additions and Addenda (e.g., chain link at $6/LF, CMU 4-inch block at $14–$21/LF, wrought iron at $16/LF, wood at $11/LF). The county publishes Fence Details drawings for various block wall and fence types. Apply through Permit Center online.

Verified 2026-06-29 · Source

When you need this permit

  • Permit required for fences and block walls in unincorporated Maricopa County
  • Apply online through Permit Center at https://maricopacountyaz-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice
  • Submit site plan showing fence/wall location, property lines, and setbacks
  • Valuation determined by fence type and length using per-lineal-foot rates from the Local Additions and Addenda

Required documents

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Fee schedule

Fence/wall permit fee — valuation-based per Table 1-ALocal Additions and Addenda, Additional Value Determinations: Walls and Fences section (June 2024 Summary of Fee Schedule). Plan review fee (65% of permit fee) applies separately.
Valuation per lineal foot by type: Retaining wall 0–2 ft: $15/LF; Retaining wall 2–4 ft: $25/LF; Retaining wall 4–6 ft: $42/LF; Retaining wall over 6 ft: $86/LF; Chain link (including mesh): $6/LF; CMU 4" block ≤6 ft high: $14/LF; CMU 4" block over 6 ft high: $21/LF; CMU 6" or 8" or other block: $22/LF; Wrought iron: $16/LF; Iron and wood: $18/LF; Wood: $11/LF; 3-strand barbed wire: $3/LF; Rail: $6/LF. Permit fee calculated from resulting valuation per Table 1-A.

Review timeline

Plan reviewTypical estimate — confirm current times with the Unincorporated Maricopa County building department
~3–15 business days

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Footing Inspection

    Before concrete pour for block wall footings — verify depth and dimensions per county fence detail standards

  2. 2

    Final

    Wall or fence fully constructed per approved plans and county fence details

See the full Unincorporated Maricopa County inspection guide — scheduling & re-inspection fees →

Tips

  • The county's Fence Details 2019 document (https://www.maricopa.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4719/Fence-Details-2019-PDF) contains standard construction details for CMU block walls at various heights. Review these before designing your fence.
  • If your property is in Sun City or Sun City West, use the specific fence details for those master-planned communities (https://www.maricopa.gov/6407/Block-Wall-Fence-Construction-Details-fo) rather than the general Fence Details 2019.
  • Fence valuation uses per-lineal-foot rates from the county's fee schedule — calculate total linear feet of each fence type and multiply by the applicable rate to estimate your permit fee.

Frequently asked questions

Unincorporated Maricopa County requires a fence / block wall permit for: Permit required for fences and block walls in unincorporated Maricopa County; Apply online through Permit Center at https://maricopacountyaz-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice; Submit site plan showing fence/wall location, property lines, and setbacks; Valuation determined by fence type and length using per-lineal-foot rates from the Local Additions and Addenda. If your project isn't listed, confirm with Maricopa County Planning and Development Department at 602-506-3301 before starting work.

Fence permit fees are valuation-based. The county assigns a per-lineal-foot dollar value to each fence type (e.g., chain link = $6/LF, wood = $11/LF, wrought iron = $16/LF, CMU block = $14–$22/LF). Total length multiplied by per-LF rate = project valuation; then Table 1-A applies to determine the permit fee. Source: Maricopa County Summary of Fee Schedule, June 2024 (https://www.maricopa.gov/DocumentCenter/View/94568)

Plan review for a fence / block wall permit in Unincorporated Maricopa County typically runs 3–15 business days. This is an estimate, not a published figure — confirm current review times with Maricopa County Planning and Development Department at 602-506-3301.

Depending on your project, Unincorporated Maricopa County may also ask for: Fence Details 2019 (PDF); Fence Details for Sun City and Sun City West. See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

Unincorporated Maricopa County requires 2 inspection(s) for a fence / block wall permit, in order: Footing Inspection, Final. Schedule each through Maricopa County Planning and Development Department (602-506-3301).

Apply through Maricopa County Planning and Development Department at 301 W. Jefferson, Suite 170, Phoenix, AZ 85003. Phone: 602-506-3301. Office hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Official information: https://www.maricopa.gov/797/Planning-Development.

Unincorporated Maricopa County, Arizona has adopted: 2018 International Building Code (IBC) — adopted by Maricopa County Board of Supervisors 17 August 2022 (with AZBO/MAG amendments); Local Additions and Addenda TA2022001 dated 19 September 2022; 2018 International Residential Code (IRC) — adopted 17 August 2022 (BOS vote, with AZBO/MAG amendments and Local Additions and Addenda); 2018 International Plumbing Code (IPC) — adopted 17 August 2022 (BOS vote, with AZBO/MAG amendments); 2018 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — adopted 17 August 2022 (BOS vote, with AZBO/MAG amendments); 2018 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) — adopted 17 August 2022 (BOS vote, with AZBO/MAG amendments); 2018 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) — adopted 17 August 2022 (BOS vote, with AZBO/MAG amendments); 2018 International Green Construction Code (IgCC) — adopted 17 August 2022, optional use; 2018 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — adopted 17 August 2022, optional use; 2017 National Electrical Code (NEC) — adopted 17 August 2022 (BOS vote, with AZBO/MAG amendments). Local amendments apply — see the Unincorporated Maricopa County overview page for the full list.

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-29.

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 Unincorporated Maricopa County building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.

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