Planning to build, replace, or repair a fence? This page pulls together the official links and phone numbers for key DFW cities—Arlington, Mansfield, Grand Prairie, Cedar Hill, DeSoto, Duncanville (plus Dallas)—so you can quickly find HOA contacts, city fence rules, permit applications, and who to call with questions.
M&Cfence has provided your one-stop hub for what you need to know and we can help you make it happen.
Heads-up: city regulations, forms, and contacts can change—always reach out to your city or HOA for the latest info before you start.
Arlington, TX
- Apply for permits (fences included): The city’s “Do I Need a Permit?” handout links to the portal and explains the basics.
- Fence rules & inspections: “Residential Fences” bulletin covers when a fence permit is required (e.g., replacing >50% along a property line) and inspection requirements.
- General “what to know” for single-family homes: Rapid Reference Guide (quick answers on common code topics for houses).
- Action Center (ask a question/report an issue): Call 817-459-6777 or use the online Action Center form.
- Permitting & inspections FAQs: Central Permits page + inspection FAQs (how to schedule, what to expect).
- Code Compliance (property standards help): Department page and programs that can help residents get into compliance.
Mansfield, TX
- Fence permit application (PDF): City form with submittal notes (plot plan, HOA screening wall documentation) and wood privacy fence standards. For questions, Planning Dept. 817-276-4259.
- Screening walls (issues & fixes): City page explaining screening wall responsibilities and solutions.
- More fence info: City search results hub for “fences” (policies, forms, pages).
Grand Prairie, TX
- HOA directory & map: Find registered HOAs and contacts, plus registration links.
- Residential fence permits (requirements): What’s allowed, what needs a permit, and review checklist (PDF).
- Apply for permits / inspections: Customer Self-Service (CSS) portal and “Apply for Permits” overview.
- Code Compliance (ask about violations/materials/maintenance): Dept. contacts; phone 972-237-8296 (alt 972-237-8049).
Cedar Hill, TX
- Building permit application (PDF): Includes inspection scheduling contact and permits email ([email protected])
- Fence regulations (PDF): Heights, front-yard limits, gate setbacks, pool fencing, etc.
- Neighborhood directory: Look up neighborhood/association contacts.
- More fence info: City search hub for “fence” pages and documents.
DeSoto, TX
- HOAs (existing associations): City list of active neighborhood/HOA pages and contacts.
- Permit applications (current process): As of Sept 5, 2025, all permit applications go through the city’s Customer Self-Service (CSS) Portal.
- Applications & documents and (PDFs): Central downloads page (legacy paper forms reference).
Duncanville, TX
- Fence permits (how to apply): Go to the city’s “Permits & Applications” page to access the online permitting portal and instructions for building/fence permits.
Helpful statewide resources (Texas)
- General HOA questions (Texas): Plain-English Q&A on HOA governance, enforcement, and owner rights with links to Texas Property Code.
- Who owns/maintains a boundary fence? (Especially if you have livestock) Texas A&M AgriLife’s Five Strands: A Landowner’s Guide to Fence Law in Texas (authoritative primer).
Bonus: Dallas, TX (since you shared this guide)
- How to get a fence permit (Dallas Building Inspection brochure): When a permit is required, height limits, special districts, and contacts (214-948-4480).
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