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Fence Building Permit in Emmett, Idaho

Required for installation of any fence within the City of Emmett. Fee is a flat $23.50 permit fee; the application also computes a materials-and-labor value based on fence type and linear footage for valuation purposes. The Building Department must complete a site inspection prior to installation.

Verified 2026-07-07 · Source

When you need this permit

  • Building Department site inspection required prior to installation of any fence within the city (City Code 9-7-2B)
  • Fences in the front portion of a residence restricted to 3 feet in height, with an exception for a 4-foot chain link fence so long as nothing is attached that limits visibility
  • Side yard fence on a corner lot within a sight triangle limited to 3 feet in height (City Code 9-17-6E)
  • Property owner must establish property lines (typically via professional land survey) — the City is not responsible for errors in locating property boundaries
  • Water meters must have direct access by gate or other method
  • Must call DIGLINE (811) to locate underground utilities before a permit will be issued (free service, per Idaho Code Title 55)
  • Fence post depth must be 2 feet minimum
  • Diagram of lot with fence location required (showing residence, streets, alley, water meter, and north arrow)

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Fee schedule

Fence Permit FeeFlat permit fee per the City of Emmett Fence Building Permit Application, Official Use Only section
$23.50
3 ft Cedar picket fence (valuation, materials + labor)
$7.46 per linear ft.
6 ft Cedar fence (valuation, materials + labor)
$14.48 per linear ft.
4 ft Chain link fence (valuation, materials + labor)
$6.20 per linear ft.
3 ft Vinyl fence (valuation, materials + labor)
$12.32 per linear ft.
6 ft Vinyl fence (valuation, materials + labor)
$24.64 per linear ft.

Review timeline

Plan review
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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Site Inspection (pre-installation)

    Building Department completes a site inspection prior to installation of any fence, per City Code 9-7-2B; scheduled after the ground has been marked by DIGLINE

Tips

  • The fence permit fee itself is a flat $23.50 — the linear-foot valuation table on the application is used to establish the value of the fence, not an additional per-foot fee.
  • Call DIGLINE at 811 before any digging — it is a free service and a permit will not be issued without this step.
  • Front-yard fences are capped at 3 feet, with an exception allowing 4-foot chain link if nothing is attached that limits visibility.

Frequently asked questions

Emmett requires a fence building permit for: Building Department site inspection required prior to installation of any fence within the city (City Code 9-7-2B); Fences in the front portion of a residence restricted to 3 feet in height, with an exception for a 4-foot chain link fence so long as nothing is attached that limits visibility; Side yard fence on a corner lot within a sight triangle limited to 3 feet in height (City Code 9-17-6E); Property owner must establish property lines (typically via professional land survey) — the City is not responsible for errors in locating property boundaries; Water meters must have direct access by gate or other method; Must call DIGLINE (811) to locate underground utilities before a permit will be issued (free service, per Idaho Code Title 55); Fence post depth must be 2 feet minimum; Diagram of lot with fence location required (showing residence, streets, alley, water meter, and north arrow). If your project isn't listed, confirm with City of Emmett Building Department at (208) 365-6050 EXT 6 before starting work.

The fence permit fee is a flat $23.50 per the City of Emmett Fence Building Permit Application.

Emmett does not publish a plan-review timeline for this permit. Contact City of Emmett Building Department at (208) 365-6050 EXT 6 for current turnaround.

You'll need: Fence Building Permit Application; Lot Diagram; DIGLINE Confirmation. See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

Emmett requires 1 inspection(s) for a fence building permit, in order: Site Inspection (pre-installation). Schedule each through City of Emmett Building Department ((208) 365-6050 EXT 6).

Apply through City of Emmett Building Department at 601 E 3rd Street, Emmett, ID 83617. Phone: (208) 365-6050 EXT 6, email: buildingzoning@cityofemmett.org. Office hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Official information: https://www.cityofemmett.org/building-department.

Emmett, Idaho has adopted: 2018 International Building Code (IBC) — as adopted by the State of Idaho; 2018 International Residential Code (IRC); 2018 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — as adopted by the State of Idaho; 2018 International Fire Code (IFC) — as adopted by the State of Idaho; 2017 Idaho Standards for Public Works Construction (ISPWC), plus 2020 Emmett Supplemental Construction Specifications to the ISPWC and Design Standards (for Public Works plan review of right-of-way and infrastructure work). Local amendments apply — see the Emmett overview page for the full list.

Front yard fences are restricted to 3 feet in height, with an exception for a 4-foot chain link fence as long as nothing is attached that limits visibility.

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-07.

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

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