Height Limits: Altadena vs Pomona
How do height limits rules compare between Altadena, CA and Pomona, CA?
Altadena and Pomona 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 →Pomona, CA
Los Angeles County
The Pomona Zoning and Development Code (effective July 2024) regulates fence and wall heights. Front yard fences are generally limited to 42 inches; side and rear yard fences may be up to 6 feet in residential zones.
View full Pomona rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Altadena | Pomona |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | - |
| Code | - | Pomona Zoning & Development Code |
| Front Yard | - | 42 inches max |
| Side/Rear Yard | - | 6 feet max |
| Permit Required | - | Plans must be approved by Planning |
| Effective | - | July 31, 2024 |
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.
Pomona FAQ
How tall can a front yard fence be in Pomona?
Front yard fences in residential zones are limited to 42 inches (3.5 feet) in height under the Pomona Zoning and Development Code.
Do I need a permit for a fence in Pomona?
Fence and wall plans must be submitted to and approved by the Planning Division, including site plan, section drawings, and elevations showing height and materials.
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