Fence permits in City of Redmond: fees, timeline & requirements (2026)
Everything you need to know about pulling a fence permit in City of Redmond, Washington — when one is required, what it costs, how long review takes, what documents are required, and which inspections you can expect. Cited to Redmond uses ePlans portal..
Free lookup, no account needed — your lot polygon, zoning, setbacks and overlays, cited to City of Redmond's source.
When does a fence need a permit in City of Redmond?
A permit is required for a fence over 7 feet in height; fences 7 feet and under are exempt (the Work Exempt handout confirms "Fences not over 7 feet (2,134 mm) high"). Property lines and sight-distance must be observed.
In the source's own words
“A permit is required for construction of a fence if over 7 feet in height. Property lines shall be adhered to when constructing a fence.”Source ↗verified 2026-09-24
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 Redmond?
Kolmo Construction is a licensed Washington general contractor — KOLMOL*753JS, active through April 10, 2027, bonded and insured — working throughout City of Redmond and King County. Kolmo prepares the drawings and submittals, files the fence permit with Redmond uses ePlans portal., carries the project through review and inspections, and performs the construction. Call (206) 410-5100 for a City of Redmond 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 Redmond'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://eplans.redmond.gov. We have not read City of Redmond's adopted fee schedule, so this is not City of Redmond'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 Redmond'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 Redmond 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: Redmond uses ePlans portal. ↗
- 4. Track review. Respond to reviewer comments promptly.
- 5. Pay issuance fees (Typically no fee unless permit required. Apply via https://eplans.redmond.gov.) and pick up the permit. Inspection card travels with the job.
Or have Kolmo do it
We pull fence permits in City of Redmond every month. We prepare the drawings and submittals, file with Redmond uses ePlans portal., handle reviewer comments, and build the project.
Licensed WA general contractor KOLMOL*753JS · bonded & insured
Fence permits in City of Redmond — FAQ
When does a fence need a permit in City of Redmond?
A permit is required for a fence over 7 feet in height; fences 7 feet and under are exempt (the Work Exempt handout confirms "Fences not over 7 feet (2,134 mm) high"). Property lines and sight-distance must be observed.
How much does a fence permit cost in City of Redmond?
For a $6,000 fence project, the estimated City of Redmond permit fee is about $213.16 — building fee $125.25 + plan review $81.41 + surcharges. Fees scale with project valuation per the city schedule.