Othello, WA · Adams County
Residential Fence Permit
Othello homeowners use this application to request permission to build or reconstruct a residential fence that meets the form’s listed standards.
What this form is
The application lets homeowners request permission to build or reconstruct a residential fence without submitting site-plan and design details if the listed criteria are met. It asks about the property, proposed fence, and applicable site conditions, and requires a separate sketch showing fence and property details. The owner signs agreement to follow the requirements, and the city’s Public Works Director reviews the application.
Who needs it
Othello property owners planning to build or reconstruct a residential fence should complete this application and attach the required property sketch.
How to submit it
Attach a separate sketch of the property showing the proposed fence and submit the application for review by the Public Works Director. The form lists City of Othello, 500 East Main Street, Othello, Washington 99344.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the owner and, if applicable, contractor sign and date the application.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Residential Fence Permit application.
- 2
Complete The Application
Answer the fence and property questions, provide the requested details, and sign and date the application.
- 3
Prepare The Property Sketch
Attach a separate sketch showing the proposed fence and the features listed on the form.
- 4
Submit To The City
Submit the application and sketch for review by the Othello Public Works Director.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Residential Fence Permit?
- No. The application has owner and, if applicable, contractor signature and date fields, but no notary block.
- How do I submit the Residential Fence Permit?
- Attach a separate sketch of the property showing the proposed fence and submit the application for review by Othello’s Public Works Director. The form lists 500 East Main Street.
- What should the property sketch show?
- The form asks for a sketch with the north arrow, property lines, building locations, fence location and heights, road or alley, any easements, measurements, and scale.
- How long is the fence permit valid?
- The form states that the fence permit is valid for six months after the date entered on the application.