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Fence Regulations in South San Francisco, CA (2026)

1 verified fence regulations for South San Francisco, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

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Neighbor Fence Rules

Fence cost sharing between neighbors in South San Francisco is governed by California Civil Code §841 (Good Neighbor Fence Act). Written notice of 30 days is required before constructing a shared fence.

South San Francisco Fence Neighbor Rules

Few Restrictions

Cal. Civil Code § 841 (Adjoining Landowners - Boundary Fences)

Adjoining landowners shall share equally in the responsibility for maintaining the boundaries and monuments between them. (b) (1) Adjoining landowners are presumed to share an equal benefit from any fence dividing their properties and, unless otherwise agreed to by the parties in a written agreement, shall be presumed to be equally responsible for the reasonable costs of construction, maintenan...

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County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement South San Francisco city rules.

Fence Regulations in San Mateo County