City Guide · Verified 2026
Fence Installation Permits in Middlebury
Local Rule
We have not yet verified a fence installation rule specific to Middlebury. Contact the city directly, or see what applies at the county level below.
What Applies at the County Level
City of Elkhart Building Services (largest city) plus Elkhar
The City of Elkhart's own code confirms that no fence other than a split rail, wrought iron, or open picket fence (with at least 40 percent open spacing between pickets) may exceed 4 feet in height in any front or corner side yard, with taller solid fencing permitted only in side and rear yards. The city and Elkhart County run entirely separate building departments: a property inside Elkhart city limits goes through the city's Building Services division, while unincorporated Elkhart County land is handled by the Elkhart County Planning and Development office in Goshen, a distinct office with its own separate process and requirements.
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