Annapolis is Maryland’s state capital and one of the oldest cities on the Chesapeake Bay, where fencing projects come with a distinct set of considerations shaped by waterfront exposure, active historic preservation oversight, and the tidal nature of much of the city’s surrounding land. The City of Annapolis Historic Preservation Commission has jurisdiction over a large portion of the city’s most desirable neighborhoods, and homeowners near the historic district or the city dock waterfront area should expect a review process before any installation begins. Salt air from the Severn River and the Bay makes material selection a practical necessity here — aluminum and vinyl consistently outperform steel and untreated wood in Annapolis’s marine environment.
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| Address: | 7 Parole St, Annapolis, MD 21401 | ||
| Phone #: | (410) 268-2681 | ||
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Annapolis Zoning & Permit Guide
Permit Requirements: The City of Annapolis Department of Planning and Zoning requires a permit for most permanent fence installations. The application requires a site plan showing the proposed fence location relative to property lines and any existing structures.
Height Standards: Standard residential zoning in Annapolis permits rear and side yard fences up to 6 feet and front yard fences up to 4 feet. Properties in waterfront overlay zones may have additional height and setback restrictions to preserve views and tidal access.
Historic Preservation: The Annapolis Historic District covers a substantial portion of the city and requires review by the Historic Preservation Commission before any fence installation can begin. Material, height, color, and style requirements apply. Approval can take several weeks, so plan accordingly. See our FAQ on fence permit requirements.
Tidal and Shoreline Properties: Properties along the Severn River, Spa Creek, and other tidal areas may be subject to Critical Area regulations administered by the Maryland Critical Area Commission, which restricts certain fence installations within 1,000 feet of tidal waters.
Pool Safety: Maryland 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: Maryland law requires calling Maryland 811 at least two working days before any digging begins.