Fence Questions, Answered
Permits and rules
Do I need a fence permit in Indianapolis?
No building permit is needed for a fence that meets the zoning rules. Front yards are capped at 3.5 feet, or 4 feet if the fence is 30% opacity or less, and side and rear yards at 6 feet. In a locally designated historic district, the Indianapolis Historic Preservation Commission must approve the fence first.
Do other central Indiana towns require a fence permit?
They differ. Carmel and Noblesville require a fence permit; Westfield and Plainfield do not. See the fence permit guide for the full town-by-town list.
What about Indiana 811?
Indiana 811 needs at least two full working days' notice before digging, so buried utility lines can be marked. That is state law.
Do I need to call 811 for a fence?
Yes. Indiana law requires notice to Indiana 811 at least two full working days before you dig, so buried utilities can be marked.
Property lines and neighbors
Do you mark my property line?
No. We do not survey. A licensed professional surveyor marks property lines in Indiana. We build on your side of the line, where you tell us it is.
What if my neighbor and I disagree about the line?
Call a licensed professional surveyor. We do not locate or mark property lines, and we will not guess at where the line is.
Do I need HOA approval for my fence?
If you are in an HOA, its rules apply on top of the town's. HOA approval is the homeowner's to get.
Can you build on the property line?
We build on your side of the line. Where exactly the line is, is your call — and a surveyor's, not ours.
Materials
What fence materials do you install?
Wood, vinyl, aluminum, chain link and composite for homes; chain link, aluminum, ornamental, vinyl and security fencing for businesses; plus custom gates and gate automation. See the services page for the full list.
Does wood cost more over time?
Wood costs less up front and more in upkeep. Vinyl and aluminum cost more up front and less in upkeep.
Do you build for businesses as well as homes?
Yes. Every fence service on this site is offered to both homeowners and businesses.
Pools and gates
How tall does a pool fence need to be?
Under the Indiana Residential Code, a pool barrier is not less than four feet high with self-closing, latching, lockable gates, or an approved power safety cover. Some towns require taller. See the pool fence page for more.
Do pool fences need self-closing gates?
Yes. Under the Indiana Residential Code, a pool barrier needs self-closing, latching, lockable gates, or an approved power safety cover.
Do you build gates?
Yes. Custom gates to match the fence, and gate automation to open them. See the gates page.
Estimates and scheduling
Are estimates free?
Yes. You call or send the form, we look at the site and measure, and you get a written price.
How does scheduling work?
Call (317) 775-2452 and we will talk it through. We do not quote a time over a web page.
What area do you serve?
We work within about 50 miles of Indianapolis 46256, on the northeast side of the city.
When are you open?
Monday to Friday, 9 to 5. Saturday and Sunday closed.
Is financing available?
Yes. Financing is available through Hearth. See the financing page to check your options or apply online.
Are you a BBB Accredited Business?
Yes. Above the Rest Fence is a BBB Accredited Business.
Still have a question? Call (317) 775-2452 or send us a request.