Fence permits in City of Kirkland: fees, timeline & requirements (2026)
Everything you need to know about pulling a fence permit in City of Kirkland, Washington — when one is required, what it costs, how long review takes, what documents are required, and which inspections you can expect. Cited to Apply via MyBuildingPermit.com..
Free lookup, no account needed — your lot polygon, zoning, setbacks and overlays, cited to City of Kirkland's source.
When does a fence need a permit in City of Kirkland?
A building permit is required for any fence over 6 feet in height; fences 6 feet and under are exempt. Height is also limited in front-yard setbacks and sight-distance triangles per KZC 115.40.
From City of Kirkland's own code
“1. General. a. Fences not over six feet in height may be anywhere on the subject property except: 1) A fence may not be within 15 feet of any street curb, or the edge of the street pavement, if no curb exists; or 2) If the applicant can show with a survey, or other reasonable means, the location of his/her property line , the fence can be placed on the property line regardless of the distance from a street curb or the edge of the pavement. 3) A fence may not violate the provisions of KZC 115.135 .”Source ↗verified 2026-09-06
Required submittals
- site plan w/ heights and setbacks (if permit required)
Inspection sequence
- final (if permit required)
Contractor specialties needed
general
Who can do this work in City of Kirkland?
Kolmo Construction is a licensed Washington general contractor — KOLMOL*753JS, active through April 10, 2027, bonded and insured — working throughout City of Kirkland and King County. Kolmo prepares the drawings and submittals, files the fence permit with Apply via MyBuildingPermit.com., carries the project through review and inspections, and performs the construction. Call (206) 410-5100 for a City of Kirkland fence quote.
Notes & caveats
Sight-distance triangle requirements at intersections + driveways (city zoning code). Setback requirements vary by zone.
Fence permit fee — Washington baseline, not City of Kirkland's own schedule
Worked example for a $6,000 fence project (building permit). Your actual fee scales with project valuation.
| Building permit fee | $125.25 |
| Plan review | $81.41 |
| WA state surcharge | $6.5 |
| Estimated total | $213.16 |
Typically no fee unless permit required. Apply via https://mybuildingpermit.com. We have not read City of Kirkland's adopted fee schedule, so this is not City of Kirkland's fee: it walks the standard valuation table most Washington cities adopt by reference, as a rough guide. The real numbers are in City of Kirkland's fee schedule ↗. Impact/utility fees may apply separately.
How to apply yourself
- 1. Confirm your parcel's zoning & overlays. Run an address lookup for your City of Kirkland fence — we'll pull your specific lot polygon, zoning, setbacks, and any shoreline/ECA/historic overlays.
- 2. Assemble submittals (1).
- 3. Submit through the city portal: Apply via MyBuildingPermit.com. ↗
- 4. Track review. Respond to reviewer comments promptly.
- 5. Pay issuance fees (Typically no fee unless permit required. Apply via https://mybuildingpermit.com.) and pick up the permit. Inspection card travels with the job.
Or have Kolmo do it
We pull fence permits in City of Kirkland every month. We prepare the drawings and submittals, file with Apply via MyBuildingPermit.com., handle reviewer comments, and build the project.
Licensed WA general contractor KOLMOL*753JS · bonded & insured
Fence permits in City of Kirkland — FAQ
When does a fence need a permit in City of Kirkland?
A building permit is required for any fence over 6 feet in height; fences 6 feet and under are exempt. Height is also limited in front-yard setbacks and sight-distance triangles per KZC 115.40.
How much does a fence permit cost in City of Kirkland?
For a $6,000 fence project, the estimated City of Kirkland permit fee is about $213.16 — building fee $125.25 + plan review $81.41 + surcharges. Fees scale with project valuation per the city schedule.