Skaneateles, NY · Onondaga County
Fence Building Permit Application
Property owners or their applicants use this application to request town zoning and building permits for a proposed fence project.
What this form is
This application requests zoning and building permits for fence construction in the Town of Skaneateles. It asks for owner, applicant, property, contractor, project, and zoning information; applicants must also provide a picture or copy of the fencing and the required permit materials. The guidelines describe fence setbacks, height limits, and lakefront restrictions.
Who needs it
Property owners or their applicants proposing fence construction in the Town of Skaneateles need this application to request zoning and building permits.
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 document is signed without a notary; the owner and applicant sign and date the application, and no notarized attachment is identified.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the fence building permit application PDF.
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Complete The Application
Print in ink or type clearly, provide the requested project and property details, and obtain the required signatures.
- 3
Gather Required Materials
Include a copy or picture of the proposed fencing and the required permit materials listed in the guidelines.
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Submit To The Town
Submit the completed application and materials to the department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Fence Building Permit Application?
- No. The application is signed without a notary; the owner and applicant sign and date it, and no notarized attachment is identified.
- How do I submit the Fence Building Permit Application?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
- What materials are required with a fence permit application?
- The guidelines call for a copy or picture of the fencing and the listed building permit application items, including a survey map and insurance documents when applicable.
- What fence restrictions does the document describe?
- The guidelines state that fences must be set back at least one foot from property lines, cannot be in a road or street right-of-way, and are generally limited to six feet in height, with additional lakefront rules.
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