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Fence Regulations in Manteca, CA (2026)

3 verified fence regulations for Manteca, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Height Limits

Manteca Municipal Code Chapter 17.46 limits front yard and corner-lot side yard fences to 3 feet. Rear yard and interior side yard fences may be up to 7 feet tall. The city updated its rules to allow 7-foot backyard fencing in residential areas.

Manteca Fence Height Limits

Some Restrictions

Permit Requirements

Fences not exceeding 7 feet high generally do not require a building permit in Manteca under MMC §15.04.140, unless located in the front yard setback or over easements. Permits are required for fences over 7 feet or retaining walls over 4 feet.

Manteca Fence Permit Requirements

Few Restrictions

Neighbor Fence Rules

California Civil Code §841 (Good Neighbor Fence Act) requires equal cost-sharing for boundary fences between neighboring properties in Manteca unless the neighbors agree otherwise. Notice must be given at least 30 days before construction.

Manteca Neighbor Fence Rules

Few Restrictions

Looking for San Joaquin County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Manteca city rules.

Fence Regulations in San Joaquin County