Fence Installation Permits in Peoria

Local Rule

City of Peoria Community Development Department, Planning

Peoria requires a Zoning Certificate (no charge) confirming a fence's compliance with the Unified Development Code before installation, regardless of height; this is obtained through the Planning and Zoning Division rather than as a traditional building permit. Fences in residential areas may not exceed 6 feet in the back yard or 3 feet in the front yard; a fence between two houses must be at least 3 feet from each house, with support members facing the fence owner's own lot. Fences that fall outside these standards must apply for a variance through the Zoning Board of Appeals. Local civic or neighborhood associations, or restrictive covenants in a deed, may impose additional fence rules on top of the city's.

Source · Verified September 2026

Peoria Building Department

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How This Compares to Peoria County

Peoria's own rule is shown above (Permit required). Here is the separate rule that applies at the county level, for context:

Peoria County Community Development (unincorporated areas);

The City of Peoria's own FAQ confirms its Unified Development Code regulates fence placement, material, and height, requiring a free ($0) zoning certificate to confirm code compliance before installation; the city's separate Fence Application page caps residential fences at 6 feet in the back yard and 3 feet in the front yard, with fences between houses required to sit at least 3 feet apart and any fence outside these guidelines needing a variance from the Zoning Board of Appeals.

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