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How do I get a fence permit?
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Does state law override the Richmond Municipal Code (RMC) on electrified fences?
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§ 15.04.601.060
What are the different rules and standards regarding sheds?
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§ 15.04.601.010
Where can I build a shed?
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§ 15.04.601.010
Is a permit needed to replace an old fence?
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§ 15.04.601.060
Who owns the fence between neighboring properties, and who is responsible for obtaining a permit for it?
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§ 15.04.601.060
How do I resolve disagreements about property lines or determine where my property boundaries are?
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What are the various requirements regarding fences proposed in commercial, mixed-use, or industrial zoning districts?
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§ 15.04.601.060
How are retaining walls permitted?
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§ 15.04.201.100
Can I install a fence on top of a retaining wall?
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§ 15.04.601.060
§ 15.04.103.050
Can building projections extend into required yards in the City of Richmond?
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§ 15.04.601.020
What is the permitting process for building projections?
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Where are building projections allowed to be?
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§ 15.04.610.020
Can decks and porches be replaced in kind without permits?
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§ 15.04.601.020