Gaylord, MI · Otsego County
Fence Permit Application
Property owners use this application to request a City of Gaylord permit for a proposed fence and provide details about the property and fence.
What this form is
The application requests the property owner’s contact information, the fence location, type, color, height, and position on the property. It lists a drawing showing the proposed fence in relation to buildings, structures, existing fences, and property lines, along with all measurements, as processing requirements; it also states the fence must be built 12 inches off the property line.
Who needs it
A property owner proposing to build a fence in Gaylord can use this application to provide the information and checklist items requested for a permit.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; it asks the applicant to certify the statements and confirm they read the fence ordinance.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the City of Gaylord Fence Permit Application PDF.
- 2
Complete The Application
Fill in the owner and property details, fence type, color, height, and location; then sign and date the certification.
- 3
Gather The Required Items
Include the drawing and all measurements listed in the permit requirements checklist.
- 4
Submit To The City
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Fence Permit Application?
- No. The applicant signs and dates the form without a notary and certifies the statements, including that they read the City of Gaylord Fence Ordinance.
- What information does the Fence Permit Application request?
- It asks for property owner contact information, the fence construction address, fence type, color, height, and location. The applicant also certifies the statements and agrees to comply with the ordinance.
- What items does the fence application checklist require?
- The form lists building the fence 12 inches off the property line, a drawing showing its position in relation to buildings, structures, existing fences, and property lines, and all measurements.
- How do I submit the Fence Permit Application?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.