No permit is required. A fence must be located completely on your property. In most cases, your property line is located 4' behind the sidewalk. If you are not sure where to find your property lines, you can contact a registered land surveyor to locate them for you. Any questions regarding required sight distances please call City Public Works Department.
Safety is the primary reason for requiring permits.
City inspectors check to make sure construction and installations are proper for the protection or your family and your property, your neighbors, and buyers of your property. LES needs your help in maintaining the reliability of the electrical system in Lincoln. In most recent Lincoln subdivisions, a utility easement exist on the back lot line of the subdivision lots. LES locates the power equipment necessary to supply electricity to these lots in this corridor. Whenever customers install fences or landscaping that obstructs access to the power equipment, increased power outrage restoration time can result and create safety hazards for personnel maintaining equipment.