I want to build a fence at my residence. Where can I place the fence, and how tall can the fence be?

A permit is not required for the construction of a fence under 6’ tall. The fence can be built on the property line. We recommend hiring a surveyor to delineate your property line. In any single-family (RS) zone, the maximum height of a fence in the front yard cannot exceed 3-1/2’  in height for the first 20' from the property line. For a street side yard property line, the maximum fence height is 3-1/2' for the first twenty feet from the front yard property line. However, open-wire, welded-wire, chain-link, split-rail or similar fences may be as tall as five feet in height. The remaining portion of the property can have a fence height not to exceed 6 feet in height. Please email Planning@puyallupwa.gov for more information.

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1. How do I find zoning information about my property?
2. I want to build a fence at my residence. Where can I place the fence, and how tall can the fence be?
3. I want to build a small storage shed on my property. How large can it be, and do I need a building permit?
4. I'm planning to build a deck in the rear yard off the back of my house. Do I need to meet the setback requirements for my area?
5. I want to build a detached garage on my property. Where can I place it on my lot, and how large can it be?
6. I want to build a "mother-in-law" apartment for my parents on my property. What are the zoning regulations?