Permits

About the Permitting Process

Thank you for choosing Draper Fence & Rail Co. for your fence project! We truly appreciate your trust in us, and we’re excited to get started on your fence installation.

Before we can proceed, we kindly ask that you secure the required city permit for your area. We understand that navigating permit requirements can be overwhelming, as each city has its own regulations. Having the permit in place is important to avoid any delays in your installation.

Please Note: If you reside in Fishers, Draper Fence & Rail Co. is required to manage the permit process, and we will initiate that on your behalf.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Below is a detailed list of the main municipalities in the greater Indianapolis area, along with their permitting information and helpful notes where applicable.

Boone County

Whitestown

• https://whitestown.in.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Fence-Application.pdf

Zionsville

• Zionsville does not require a fence permit but does have guidelines.
  Urban guidelines:
• https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/zionsville/latest/zionsville_in_zoning/0-0-0-5216

Rural guidelines:

• https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/zionsville/latest/zionsville_in_zoning/0-0-0-5332nd
• https://www.zionsville-in.gov/234/Permit-Applications-Forms

Lebanon

Hamilton County

Carmel

• https://www.carmel.in.gov/government/departments-services/community-services/building-safety/fence-permits
• The City of Carmel requires fence permits for all new and replacement fences within city limits.
• As a general rule, any fence repair affecting over 50% of an existing fence will also require a permit.

Fishers

• Draper Fence & Rail Co. is required to complete this permit process. We will initiate it for you.

Noblesville

• https://noblesvillein-energovpub.tylerhost.net/Apps/SelfService#/applicationAssistant?sectionName=Trending&showTemplates=fals

Westfield

• https://www.westfieldin.gov/Faq.aspx?QID=73
• The City of Westfield does not require a fence permit; however, the following zoning standards apply:
• Front yard fences (between the house and the street) cannot exceed 42 inches in height
• Side and rear yard fences cannot exceed 6 feet in height
• If a side or rear fence exceeds 6 feet, a variance is required
• To apply for a variance, call (317) 804-3170 and ask for a planner.
• Additional Westfield considerations:
• Corner lots are considered to have two front yards
• The Community Development Department can provide a plot plan (call (317) 804-3170 or email Builders)
• If the fence encroaches on a Drainage and Utility Easement (D&UE), permission may be required from Westfield Public Works at (317) 804-3171
• Check with your Home Owners Association (HOA) for any fencing restrictions or approval requirements

Hancock County

Cumberland

• https://www.town.cumberland.in.us/government/departments/permits.php

Fortville

• https://fortville.portal.iworq.net/portalhome/fortville

Greenfield

• https://www6.citizenserve.com/Portal/PortalController

McCordsville

• https://mccordsville.in.gov/departments/planning_and_building/index.php

New Palestine

• https://newpalestine.in.gov/formspermitslicenses

Hendricks County

Avon

• https://avonin.portal.iworq.net/portalhome/avonin

Brownsburg

• https://www.brownsburg.org/166/Building-Inspections

Clayton

• https://www.townofclayton.net/media/4806

Danville

• https://danvillein.gov/egov/documents/1724856079_33388.pdf

Lizton

• https://www.co.hendricks.in.us/department/index.php?structureid=18

North Salem

If you are preparing for a construction or renovation project in North Salem, IN, residents should contact the town’s planning or zoning office to begin the permit process. Staff can guide you on documentation, fees, and timelines, which may vary.

For construction permits, inspections, code enforcement, or building regulations, contact North Salem Town Hall or Hendricks County authorities directly.

Pittsboro

• https://www.townofpittsboro.org/planning/page/planning-zoning-development-forms-and-documents

Plainfield

• https://www.townofplainfield.com/1462/Permits

Johnson County

Center Grove

Franklin

• https://www.franklin.in.gov/department/division.php?fDD=9-20

Greenwood

• https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/greenwood/latest/greenwood_in/0-0-0-24451#JD_10-03-09

Trafalgar

• https://www.townoftrafalgar.org/uploads/1/3/0/5/13052553/building_permit_application_-residential.pdf

Bargersville

• https://bargersville.in.gov/services/planning___zoning/permits___applications.php#outer-29

Whiteland

• https://www.townofwhiteland.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Residential-Improvement-Location-Permit-Application-3.2025-FILLABLE.pdf

Edinburgh

• https://www.edinburgh.in.us/department/division.php?structureid=29

New Whiteland

• https://www.in.gov/towns/new-whiteland/files/Building-Permit-Application-Residential-New.pdf

Madison County

Pendleton

• https://pendletonin.portal.iworq.net/portalhome/pendletonin

Marion County

Indianapolis

• https://www.indy.gov/activity/residential-development-permits
• https://library.municode.com/in/indianapolis_-_marion_county/codes/code_of_ordinances nodeId=TITIIIPUHEWE_CH744DEST_ARTVLASC_S744-510FEWA
• https://aca-prod.accela.com/indy/default.aspx

Beech Grove

• https://www.beechgrove.com/building-commissioner

Camby

Clermont

• https://www.in.gov/towns/clermont/government/ordinances/

Cumberland

• https://www.town.cumberland.in.us/government/departments/permits.php

Irvington

• https://www.irvingtoncommunitycouncil.com/historic-preservation

Lawrence

• https://www.cityoflawrence.org/government

Mars Hill

Meridian Hills

• https://www.mkna.org/2019/08/23/fences-what-you-need-to-know/

Nora

• https://www.noraindy.org/

Rocky Ripple

• https://rockyripple.org/
• https://rockyripple.in.gov/#

Speedway

• https://www.speedwayin.gov/

Southport

• https://www.in.gov/cities/southport/

Morgan County

https://morgancounty.in.gov/category/index.php?categoryid=10

Martinsville

• https://martinsville.portal.iworq.net/portalhome/martinsville

Mooresville

• https://www.mooresville.in.gov/building-department/

Monrovia

• https://monrovia.in.gov/plan-commission-permits-applications/

Painted Hills

• https://www.painted-hills.com/i-want-to-build-a-fence.html

Morgantown

• https://morgantown.in.gov/planning-and-zoning/

Putnam County

Greencastle

• https://www.cityofgreencastle.com/faq.aspx?qid=80

Roachdale

• https://www.townofroachdale.org/

Shelby County

Shelbyville

• https://www.shelbyville.in.gov/FAQ.aspx?QID=229

Fairland

• http://fairlandin.org/building_permits.html

Morristown

• https://www.morristown.in.gov/department/index.php?structureid=7