For a standard-size lot (minimum of 60’ wide), you can build as close as 25’ to your front property line and as close as 8’ to your rear property line. In general, for lots which are not on a corner, you can build as close as 8’ to your side property line as long as you allow at least 12’ of space on the opposite side of the structure (for a total of 20’ of side yard setback). See similar questions...

It depends upon the depth of the well, if you have leased your property, and if the well is going to be a vertical or directional well. A vertical well cannot be drilled closer than 100 feet from any property not in the drilling unit but may need to be up to 500 feet depending upon the depth of the well. A directional well can conceivably be drilled right next to a property line. See similar questions...

There is no required setback from a fence to a property line. Check with your neighbor to make sure you agree where the line is or get a lot line survey before starting construction. See similar questions...

The minimum distance required to the property line depends upon the zone in which the property is located. Please consult the zoning map and Land Development Ordinance. You may also call the Land Use Coordinator at 609-890-3683. See similar questions...

How close you can build your house to the property line depends on the Zoning District (refer to the Zoning Bylaw) and Residential Sideyard Requirements. Also, for garages and sheds, you can refer to the Detached Accessory Buildings handout for more information. See similar questions...

Setback requirements vary depending upon the zoning classification of a property. In order to get specific setback information, call the Planning Services Department at (319) 273-8606. Be prepared to give an address or parcel identification number in order for staff to look up the zoning classification. See similar questions...

Johnston County does not have a set back requirement for fences. We recommend, however, that you make sure that the fence is completely within your side of the property line. See similar questions...

Distances from property lines (setbacks) are set out in the Land Use Bylaw. The following are required: Staff will help you determine where the front lot line is if you are on a corner lot or a panhandle lot. If you are building a barn or are near a watercourse, the setbacks are greater. Staff will help you determine where the building envelope is in these situations. See similar questions...

Well Construction Standards [WAC 173-160] do not specifically state property line restrictions, but states that wells must be located a minimum of one-hundred (100) feet from sources of know or potential contamination sources. Prior to constructing a well near a property line, consider the protection of the 100-foot radius sanitary zone. If the property line is adjacent to a state, county or private road, there are also road and utility easements that must be maintained. See similar questions...

With the proper building permit, you may install a fence adjacent to or on the rear and side property lines. The fence may not exceed six feet on the rear and side property lines or while it maintains the front yard envelope, or flush with the front of the house. The fence may not exceed four feet on the front and street side (corner side) property lines in residential districts if it is located on the front or street side (corner side) property lines. See similar questions...

A driveway can be placed next to the lot line as long as it does not affect the drainage between the lots and the water or snow shed does not go onto the neighbor's property. When widening a driveway it annot extend into the right-or-way without a permit from the Public Works Department. See similar questions...

We recommend that you call your local planning and zoning department and ask them what the rules are in your area. Our experience is that you need to have a few feet left over, after the carport is built, all city's are a little different. See similar questions...

No, the fence can be built up to but not on the property line. A privacy or barred fence must be held 2’ off the property line for maintenance. There must be a 4’ gate within 10’ of the house. See similar questions...

The Division does not regulate distance between new homes and existing wells or existing tanks. Therefore, we have no minimum distance in this case. However, there are safety and environmental concerns associated with oil and gas wells and there may be occasions when heavy equipment will need to access the well. There is a 100 foot minimum setback requirement from homes for new wells and production equipment. See similar questions...

We use the 20-20-10 rule: 20 feet from the side water line to each side property line and 10 feet from the rear water line to the rear of the property. (This is for above ground and in ground swimming pools) If you are under these measurements, you will need to apply for a variance through the Board of Appeals. See similar questions...

The minimum setbacks depend on the Zoning District in which the parcel of land is located. Contact the Planning and Zoning Department at 913-259-3611 for details and have the property address and/or nearest intersecting roads available. See similar questions...

You can construct the driveway up to but not on the property line. Do not direct storm water runoff onto adjacent property. See similar questions...

To legally establish your property line requires the services of licensed surveyor. The City of Seattle has resources in the Engineering Vault (684-5132) that can help you determine approximately where your property lines are. See similar questions...

It depends on the zoning district in which your house is located. In the "A" Residential District you must be at least eight (8) feet from the side property line ? more if you live on a corner lot. In the "B" Residential District the distance changes to five (5) feet. Again, more if it is a corner lot. See similar questions...

The garage or outbuilding must be at least 5’ from property lines and 10’ from any other structure on the lot. Refer to: Setback And Lot Requirements For Zoning Districts See similar questions...