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Although city-wide maximum fence height is 10 feet, the NYC Zoning Resolution limits fences in residential districts to 6 feet. Residential front yard fences may be no taller than 4 feet, and 6 feet on the side of residential corner lots.

While the DOB recommends hiring a land surveyor to ensure your fencing will be inside your property line, this is not mandatory. Fences can be made of wood, plastic, brick or chain link. Although city-wide maximum fence height is 10 feet, the NYC Zoning Resolution limits fences in residential districts to 6 feet.

New York law recognizes that boundary lines may be established by the acquiescence of neighbors in a certain agreed upon line for a period of 10 years. Neighbors neither like nor love one another if they become embroiled in a boundary line dispute that quickly escalates into something akin to open warfare.

The Department of Buildings (DOB) regulates the building and installation of fences. Permanent or non temporary fences may require a permit. For one- and two-family dwellings, DOB does not require permits for fences 6-feet or less in height, and homeowners may their own fencing.

How Close To The Property Line Can I Build? Fences are typically built between 2 and 8 inches from the line between properties. Some areas will allow the building of fences directly on the property line, but in this case, you'll have to cooperate with your neighbor and potentially share the cost of the fence.

In New York State, "spite fences" come with a penalty. You can also sue your neighbor for private nuisance if they build a "spite fence" on their property. In New York, a spite fence is one that exceeds 10 feet high and was built to block your enjoyment of light or air.

Permit Fees Permit TypePermit Cost House Re-Pipe $89.60 Irrigation $89.60 Fence $170.00 Shed starts at $85.0015 more rows

The Landmarks Preservation Commission must give approval and/or issue permits for work on landmarked properties. In all cases, it is recommended that a licensed land surveyor be hired to be sure the fence will be inside the property line.