You are responsible for defining your property lines as the property owner. Fences must be fully assembled within those lines, and should not block traffic, access to utility easements, or public rights of way, such as sidewalks and alleyways. Fences can be built on the property line if your neighbor signs an ownership agreement.

The friendly fence installation pros from Northland Fence can help plan your fence based on your personal needs and property layout. Reference our fence planning tool for a great additional resource.

If the fence is being built entirely on your land, there is no legal obligation to disclose fence construction to your neighbors. However, it’s always best to keep open communication with your neighbors in order to maintain a good relationship, especially during Brooklyn Park fence construction.

Residents of Brooklyn Park are required to pay a $26 application fee and wait for approval before they begin fence construction. Permit applications can be dropped off or mailed to Brooklyn Park City Hall. Once the permit is approved, you can start fence installation.

The fence installer must call Gopher State One Call for fence installation in Minnesota. Northland Fence will find and mark your utility lines before installation. If you decide to install on your own, don’t begin digging until you call the utilities!

Brooklyn Park allows fences up to 6 feet in both the back and side yards. Side yards stop at the line made by the front of your house. Any fences past this height must only reach 4 feet maximum. A special variance may be applied if you need an exception made.

No, it’s typically not possible to build a fence on an easement. If you do decide to build on an easement and the intended users damage it, they will not be responsible for repairs. You can, however, place three walls around an easement so that it remains accessible if needed.

Electric and barbed wire fences are outlawed in the state of Minnesota.