Height Limits: Altadena vs Inglewood
How do height limits rules compare between Altadena, CA and Inglewood, CA?
Altadena and Inglewood have similar restriction levels.
Altadena, CA
Los Angeles County
Altadena CSD caps front-yard fences at 42 inches within 10 feet of the right-of-way (with open/non-view-obscuring design ≥80% transparency required for taller fences), and 6 feet beyond 10 feet from the right-of-way.
View full Altadena rules →Inglewood, CA
Los Angeles County
Inglewood limits front yard fences to 42 inches and side/rear yard fences to 6 feet. Fences on corner lots may have additional height restrictions for traffic visibility at intersections.
View full Inglewood rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Altadena | Inglewood |
|---|---|---|
| Code Section | Altadena CSD 22.306.070.A.3 | - |
| Front (within 10 ft of ROW) | 42 in (or 6 ft if 80% open) | - |
| Front (>10 ft from ROW) | 6 ft | - |
| Side/Rear (Title 22.110.070) | 6 ft typical | - |
| Prohibited | Barbed wire, razor wire, broken glass | - |
| Front Yard | - | 42 inches maximum |
| Side/Rear Yard | - | 6 feet maximum |
| Corner Lots | - | Sight triangle restrictions apply |
| Variance | - | Required to exceed limits |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Altadena FAQ
How tall can my front fence be in Altadena?
42 inches within 10 feet of the right-of-way line (or 6 ft if at least 80% transparent and supports 5+ ft apart). 6 ft beyond that under Altadena CSD 22.306.070.A.3.
Inglewood FAQ
How tall can my fence be in Inglewood?
Front yard fences are limited to 42 inches. Side and rear yard fences can be up to 6 feet. Corner lots have additional visibility requirements.
Can I build a taller fence with a permit?
Fences exceeding standard height limits require a variance from the Planning Division, which involves a hearing process.
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