Kansas City, Kansas sits on the western edge of the metro area it shares with its Missouri neighbor, and fence contractors working here navigate a market that spans dense urban neighborhoods in Wyandotte County, the booming Johnson County suburbs of Overland Park and Olathe, and HOA-governed communities where material choices and fence heights are tightly regulated. What makes the KCK market distinct from the state page’s general guidance is the sheer variety of jurisdictions involved — a contractor may pull permits from Wyandotte County, the City of Overland Park, and the City of Olathe in the same week, each with different processes and zoning requirements. Always confirm which municipality governs your specific address before starting any project.
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Tom Burge Fence & Iron, Inc. |
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| Address: | 6770 West 152nd Terrace, Overland Park, KS 66223 | ||
| Phone #: | (913) 681-7600 | ||
| Website: | http://www.burgefence.com | ||
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Mac’s Fence, Inc. |
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| Address: | 6037 Speaker Rd, Kansas City, KS 66111 | ||
| Phone #: | (913) 287-6173 | ||
| Website: | http://www.macsfence.com | ||
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Lighthouse Renovation & Repair |
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| Address: | 12980 Metcalf Ave Suite 130, Overland Park, KS 66213 | ||
| Phone #: | (913) 543-3731 | ||
| Website: | http://www.lighthouserenovationkc.com | ||
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Patriot Fence Company |
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| Address: | 16273 S Summertree Ln, Olathe, KS 66062 | ||
| Phone #: | (913) 764-0100 | ||
| Website: | http://www.patriotfencekc.com | ||
Kansas City, KS Zoning & Permit Guide
Wyandotte County / Kansas City, KS: The Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, KS requires a building permit for most permanent fence installations. Rear and side yard fences are generally permitted up to 6 feet; front yard fences are typically limited to 4 feet. Applications are submitted through the UG Planning & Zoning Department.
Overland Park: Overland Park requires a fence permit for all permanent installations. The city’s development code specifies height limits, setback requirements, and approved materials. Many Overland Park neighborhoods also have HOA covenants that exceed city minimums. Contact the Overland Park Community Development Department for specifics.
Olathe: The City of Olathe requires a permit for fences over 7 feet. Standard residential fences follow Johnson County zoning height standards. See our FAQ on fence permit requirements.
Pool Safety: Kansas pool barrier requirements mandate a minimum 48-inch (4-foot) enclosure with self-closing, self-latching gates. Learn more about making your fence pool code compliant.
Utilities: Kansas law requires calling Kansas 811 at least two working days before any digging begins.