Before you hire a fence contractor in New Britain, PA you should check out the process for getting a fence permit in New Britain and the rules regarding fences.
Please note this article only concerns fence permits in the Borough of New Britain. If you live in New Britain Township check out our article on fence permits in New Britain Township.
We try to keep this information up to date, but we do not represent the Borough of New Britain. Always check with the Borough for the current requirements for fence permits.
Do you need a permit to build a fence in he Borough of New Britain, PA?
Yes, you need a permit for any installation of a fence in the Borough of Doylestown.
Do you need a permit to repair a fence in the Borough of New Britain?
Unclear from the Code so you should contact the Zoning Officer to discuss your particular situation.
Where do you get a fence permit in the Borough of New Britain?
You obtain a fence permit from the Department of Licenses and Inspections by filing a Fence Permit Application prior to any construction taking place.
You can find the Department of Licenses and Inspections at 45 Keeley Avenue, New Britain, Pennsylvania 18901 or call (215) 348-4586.
How much does a fence permit cost in the Borough of New Britain?
A residential fence permit costs $75 and a permit for a non-residential fence costs $100. Payable by check at the time of application.
NOTE: “All Fees referenced within this section shall be doubled if the project is started without the applicable Permits and/or Approvals”
How high can you build a fence in the Borough of New Britain, PA?
- Fences are limited to six feet in height.
What are the rules for building a fence in the Borough of New Britain, PA?
The following are the sections of the Code relevant to fences. Click here for the updated Code of the Borough of New Britain, PA.
§ 450-14 C(8) Residential accessory building or structure.
(a) Residential accessory building or structure or use are limited to the following, which must meet the requirements listed below:
[1] Parking spaces for parking of passenger automobiles, parking of commercial vehicles not exceeding three-quarter-ton loading capacity within a completely enclosed building.
[2] Structures such as fences, walls, decks, and private swimming pools.
[3] Buildings such as storage sheds, bath houses and private greenhouses.
(b) Area and dimensional requirements for accessory buildings or structures:
[1] No accessory building or structure except for fences and walls shall be permitted in front yards.
[2] Completely detached accessory buildings may occupy a required side or rear yard, but shall not be located closer than six feet to any side or rear property line.
[3] No accessory building shall be closer to the street line than the principal building.
[4] Accessory buildings of 200 square feet or more shall not be located within the required yard areas, but shall meet the required setbacks for the district or use.
[5] Fences and walls shall not exceed six feet in height above the natural grade and may be located in required yard areas, but are not permitted to be located within the future right-of-way.
[6] Uncovered, unenclosed patios or decks may extend not more than 10 feet into the required rear yard only.
[7] Accessory swimming pools and the paving or coping surrounding it or associated with it shall not be located closer to the street than the front building setback line and not closer than 10 feet to any other property line.
