HomeMy WebLinkAboutVictoria Fence Requirements 1670 Stieger Lake Lane
PO Box 36
Victoria, MN 55386
P - 952-443-4210
F - 952-443-2110
www.ci.victoria.mn.us
Zoning Permit Information Sheet
Fences
Fences are any structure serving as an enclosure, barrier or boundary. The construction of fences can include chain-
link, steel, aluminum, masonry, boards, rails and plant material.
The finished side of the fence, not the structural supports, must face the abutting property or street
If the fence is built away from the property line, the property on both sides of the fence must be maintained
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A decorative fence is the only type of fence permitted in the front yard and side yards
x Decorative fences cannot exceed three feet in height or have an opacity greater than 50%
Fences 6 feet and under require a zoning permit, fences over 6 feet require a building permit
Two copies of a certificate of survey, drawn to scale, indicating the proposed location of the fence are required
Retaining Walls
Retaining walls may not be located in an easement
Retaining walls 4 feet and under require a zoning permit, those over 4 feet in height will require a building permit
Two copies of a certificate of survey, drawn to scale, indicating the proposed location of the retaining wall are
required
Driveway Alteration
The maximum width of a driveway in a residential district at the right of way and curb must not exceed 24 feet.
Two copies of a certificate of survey, drawn to scale, indicating the location and width of the driveway are required
Sheds and Accessory Structures
Sheds and small accessory structures, 120 square feet or less, require a zoning permit. Accessory structures larger
than 120 square feet require a building permit; structures 900 square feet or larger require a conditional use permit
The zoning permit requires the submission of two copies of a certificate of survey, drawn to scale, showing:
x The location and dimensions of the shed/accessory structure
x The setback measurements
Accessory structures and sheds may not be located
x In the front or side yard
x Within 10 feet of the principle structure
x In an easement
Sheds may not exceed 12 feet in height
Setback requirements for sheds are:
x Minimum 6 feet from the side lot line
x Minimum 10 feet from the rear lot line
Sheds may not be freestanding, they must be anchored
x A floating slab is acceptable
x See Sec 30-79 (5) of the City of Victoria Code of Ordinances for specific guidelines
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