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Florida HOA Fence-Approval Checklist

Everything you need to get your fence through your HOA's architectural review in Broward & Palm Beach County — print it, check it off, get approved the first time.

1Before you design

  • Pull your declaration of covenants and your community’s written architectural guidelines.
  • Note the specific written rules on fence material, height, color/style, and setback — design to what is actually written.
  • Check your documents for any response deadline or auto-approval clause (there is no statewide 30-day rule).

2The documents your HOA will likely require

  • Proof of a valid contractor license (XL provides ours — Broward U-22428 / Palm Beach 20-F-22100-R).
  • A certificate of insurance naming the HOA as additional insured (XL provides this).
  • A marked survey showing the proposed fence line, setbacks, and easements (XL provides this).

3Build a submission that’s hard to deny

  • State the exact spec — material, height, color, post type, and gate locations — in the guidelines’ own wording.
  • Include a survey-based site drawing showing the fence line and setbacks.
  • Reference precedent — photos of a similar already-approved fence in your community.
  • Cite the specific section of your guidelines your design satisfies.
  • Favor commonly-accepted materials (aluminum or vinyl in neutral colors clear most South Florida HOAs quickly).

4After you submit

  • Submit to your HOA / ARC — you can now pursue the county permit in parallel (HB 803, effective July 1, 2026).
  • Get your approval in writing and save the approval ID, date, and approved spec — forever.
  • If denied, read the written denial (it must cite the specific rule), fix the one item, and resubmit.
  • Remember: HOA approval and the county building permit are separate — you need both before installation.

XL Fencing provides the license, insurance certificate, and marked survey as part of every HOA project — you submit them to your association for approval. Read the full guide: How to Get Your Fence Approved by Your HOA in Florida.

General information, not legal advice. Your community's governing documents control the specifics — verify against your declaration.

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