How far from the property line can I put my fence?

Your fence can be up to the property line, as long as it is still on your own property.  Six foot fences are not permitted in required front yards.

Show All Answers

1. How can I find information about a property (owners, taxes, zoning, etc.)?
2. Can you tell me what I can build on my property?
3. How can I find out what my setbacks are on my property.
4. What do I need to submit a building permit?
5. Do I need a building permit for a shed/play yard/dog house/chicken coop?
6. Do I need a building permit for a fence?
7. How far from the property line can I put my fence?
8. If I am putting up a pool enclosure, and already have a fence running across my backyard, can I use that as part of the pool enclosure?
9. I am putting in a concrete patio at grade. Do I need a building permit?
10. I am putting in a wood deck at grade. Do I need a building permit?
11. Do I need a permit to demolish or relocate an accessory structure?
12. I am re-building a deck/porch/steps/etc., exactly the way it was. Do I need a building permit?
13. I received a letter saying I have an expired building permit, but I did not own the property at that time. Am I still responsible for this?
14. Can you tell me what items I need in order to close out my building permit and obtain my certificate of occupancy for my new home?
15. How do I renew my building permit?
16. How can I find out how much my building permit fee will be?
17. Where can I buy a copy of the Town Code? Where can I buy a zoning map?
18. I want to put in a complaint.
19. Does a contractor need a license to do work in the Town of Southampton?
20. Does my electrician or plumber need a Town of Southampton Home Improvement Contractor’s License?
21. I need to look at the closed files on a property. How can I do that?
22. My insurance company wants the FEMA flood zone information on my property. How can I get that?
23. Are the Town Building inspectors doing site inspections during the Covid-19 crisis?
24. Who can I contact if I need more information?