You can place a chain link fence anywhere on your private property, provided it falls within your property lines. A shared fence between you and your neighbors can go on the joint property line provided both parties agree.

You are not legally required to notify your neighbors before you begin installing a new fence on your property. However, doing so can ensure you maintain a good relationship with your neighbors and make the project less potentially disruptive.

For most fencing projects, you do not require a special permit to build a fence on private property. The most common exception is if you want to stall a privacy fence that exceeds the local height restrictions. In Minnetrista, that height restriction is seven feet.

It’s important to call the utility company prior to installing a fence, and that responsibility belongs to the person or group actually installing the fence. For a DIY installation, you must call Gopher State One; if a professional service is installing it, they’re responsible for contacting utilities. Once Gopher State One has been contacted, they can mark where underground utility fixtures are to ensure no one drives posts or supports into them.

Minnetrista-area fences for private residences cannot be taller than seven feet without a special permit. Front-yard fencing can be no higher than four feet tall. Pool fences must be at least four feet tall, constructed from no-climb fencing, and have a self-closing gate.

You cannot build your chain link fence on an easement. Instead, the design must go around the easement so city officials have unobstructed access. Easements can include sewers, utility access points, and other public works.