Fences in Chaska, Minnesota are required to be built within and up to the property lines. If the fence is not installed up to the property line, homeowners are expected to maintain both sides of the fence. Your wrought iron fence should never obstruct or impair visibility for road or pedestrian traffic or obscure alleyway access.

Unless property boundaries are in question, you are not legally obligated to let your neighbors know about your wrought iron fence installation plans. It is still a good idea to inform your neighbors before construction starts. Even though the talented crew at Northland Fence work quietly and quickly, it only makes sense to let neighbors know what to expect.

Like most Minnesota cities, Chaska requires obtaining a fence zoning permit for any fence construction. The application must include a comprehensive site plan showing the exact fence location. A detailed description of the fence including what material is used and planned dimensions and height is also required. The city of Chaska charges a small fee for the fence zoning application.

Regulations in the state require that underground utilities are located and flagged before your black wrought iron fence is installed. This is to ensure utilities are not damaged during construction. Northland Fence calls Minnesota’s Gopher State One to arrange a visit to the property from a utility contractor.

The city of Chaska limits rear yard fences to a height of 6 feet. Front and side yard fences cannot exceed 4 feet in height and must have an opacity of no more than 50 percent. These limitations apply to decorative fences (as opposed to chain link fences), which include wrought iron fences. The finished side of the fence must face away from the property.

Though Chaska doesn’t prohibit the building of fences on an easement, it does hold homeowners responsible for any damage incurred to fences by its use. Utility workers and other city officials sometimes need access to certain areas of the property. It is a good idea to avoid potential problems by making sure your wrought iron fence is built to allow right-of-way and easy access to easements.