The City of Brooklyn Center recommends that all residential fencing be installed at least six to twelve inches behind a property line to mitigate issues with neighbors or eliminate encroachment on any public easements. Fences must also be constructed to provide a clear view at intersections and set back at least 25 feet from roadways on corner lots.

It isn’t a legal requirement to notify your neighbors of plans to construct a new fence, but it can be a nice, neighborly gesture to let them know. Brooklyn Center offers community mediation services that can help address related issues.

Permits are not required for residential fences under a height of seven feet in Brooklyn Center. Taller fencing structures and retaining walls require an application for residential building permits.

The installation experts at Northland Fence always contact Gopher State One Call before digging anywhere on your property. This way, we can avoid impacts on any hazardous underground utilities during installation.

Any residential fence under seven feet does not require a permit, but plans for taller fencing require both permitting and approval from the city.

Your new fencing structure should not block public rights of way or city access to utilities and easements. Ensure your new fence is constructed entirely within your property lines.

Minnesota no longer allows chicken wire, barbed wire, or other dangerous fencing materials for residential installation. You must also comply with clear-view regulations.