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Fence Permit in McCall, Idaho

Required for installation of fences in McCall. Fences greater than 6 feet in height are not allowed anywhere in the city; fencing within 20 feet of the front property line is limited to 4 feet.

Verified 2026-07-07 · Source

When you need this permit

  • Any new fence installation within the city
  • Fences greater than 6 feet in height are not allowed
  • Fencing within 20 feet of the front property line must not exceed 4 feet in height
  • Chain link fencing is prohibited in most zones
  • Fencing within commercial zones is prohibited with few exceptions
  • Property pins must be located at the time of application when fencing along property lines

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Fee schedule

Fence Permit Fee (Combined CED & Public Works Fees)Resolution 24-11 Comprehensive Fee Schedule, eff. July 25, 2024
$275

Review timeline

Plan review
Not published — contact the department

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Final

    Completed fence verified against approved site plan for height, location, and material

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Tips

  • Fence materials should be compatible with surrounding building materials and colors per McCall Design Guidelines; natural materials are preferred.
  • You must know or locate your property pins before applying — contact a surveyor if pin locations are unknown.
  • The fence permit fee ($275) is a flat combined CED and Public Works fee — there is no valuation-based calculation for fences.

Frequently asked questions

McCall requires a fence permit for: Any new fence installation within the city; Fences greater than 6 feet in height are not allowed; Fencing within 20 feet of the front property line must not exceed 4 feet in height; Chain link fencing is prohibited in most zones; Fencing within commercial zones is prohibited with few exceptions; Property pins must be located at the time of application when fencing along property lines. If your project isn't listed, confirm with City of McCall Building Department (Community & Economic Development) at (208) 634-7142 before starting work.

The fence permit fee is a flat $275, per the Resolution 24-11 Comprehensive Fee Schedule (combined CED and Public Works fees).

McCall does not publish a plan-review timeline for this permit. Contact City of McCall Building Department (Community & Economic Development) at (208) 634-7142 for current turnaround.

You'll need: Fence Building Permit Application; Site Plan; Fence Example Photo. Depending on your project, McCall may also ask for: HOA Approval. See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

McCall requires 1 inspection(s) for a fence permit, in order: Final. Schedule each through City of McCall Building Department (Community & Economic Development) ((208) 634-7142).

Apply through City of McCall Building Department (Community & Economic Development) at 216 East Park Street, McCall, ID 83638. Phone: (208) 634-7142, email: rsantiago-govier@mccall.id.us. Office hours: Mon–Fri, City Hall business hours (contact Permit Technician at (208) 634-7052 for scheduling). Official information: https://www.mccall.id.us/228/Building-Department.

McCall, Idaho has adopted: 2018 International Building Code (IBC); 2020 IRC — Idaho Residential Code (based on the 2018 IRC), Parts I, II, III, IX as amended, with Appendices A, B, C, D, and R (Tiny Homes); 2020 IECC — Idaho Energy Conservation Code (residential portion amended); 2018 International Existing Building Code (IEBC); 2017 National Electrical Code (NEC); 2017 Idaho State Plumbing Code (based on the 2015 Uniform Plumbing Code); 2018 International Mechanical Code (IMC); 2018 IRC Parts V (Mechanical) and VI (Fuel Gas); 2018 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC); 2018 International Fire Code (IFC); 2009 ICC/ANSI A117.1 Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities; 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design; 1991 Uniform Code for Abatement of Dangerous Buildings; McCall City Code Title 2 (Building Regulations), Chapter 1 — Applicable Codes, as amended by Ordinance 988 (eff. 4/27/2020). Local amendments apply — see the McCall overview page for the full list.

Fences greater than 6 feet in height are not allowed anywhere in the city. Fencing located within 20 feet of the front property line must not be greater than 4 feet.

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

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