Williamston, MI · Ingham County
Fence Permit Application
Property owners or their applicants use this application to request a Williamston fence permit and provide property, applicant, and proposed fence details.
What this form is
The application collects contact information for the property owner and, when different, the applicant, along with the property address and fence details. It calls for proof of ownership and an attached plot plan showing lot lines, dimensions, buildings, existing fences, and the proposed fence, including its height, length, and materials. The form lists a $25 fee in the city-use section.
Who needs it
Property owners requesting a fence permit, or applicants acting for them, can use this form and provide the required ownership proof and plot plan.
How to submit it
Submit the application to the City of Williamston Planning & Community Development Department, 161 E. Grand River Avenue, Williamston, MI 48895; the form also lists [email protected]. The city-use section lists a $25 fee.
About notarization
This document is signed and dated without a notary; the required ownership proof and plot plan are attachments, and the form does not say they must be notarized or sworn.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Fence Permit Application PDF.
- 2
Complete The Form
Fill in the property owner and applicant information, property address, and fence and property details.
- 3
Gather Required Attachments
Attach proof of ownership and a plot plan showing the required property features and proposed fence specifications.
- 4
Submit To The Department
Submit the application and attachments to the Planning & Community Development Department using the contact details on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Fence Permit Application?
- No. The form has signature and date lines but no notary block. It requires proof of ownership and a plot plan, but does not say those attachments must be notarized or sworn.
- What attachments does the Fence Permit Application require?
- The application calls for proof of ownership, such as a property tax receipt or copy of the deed, and a plot plan with property, building, existing fence, and proposed fence details.
- How do I submit the Fence Permit Application?
- The form lists the Planning & Community Development Department at 161 E. Grand River Avenue, Williamston, MI 48895, and [email protected]. It lists a $25 fee in the city-use section.