Height Limits: Bakersfield vs Delano
How do height limits rules compare between Bakersfield, CA and Delano, CA?
Bakersfield and Delano have similar restriction levels.
Bakersfield, CA
Kern County
Bakersfield BMC §17.08.180 limits fences to 6 ft in rear/side yards and 4 ft in required front yards for residential zones (R-1 through R-6, MX-1, MX-2). Higher fences allowed if required for noise attenuation.
View full Bakersfield rules →Delano, CA
Kern County
Delano Development Code §20.10.90.1 limits residential front-yard and street-side-yard fences to 40 inches tall. Interior side and rear yard fences may be up to 6 feet, measured from adjacent grade.
View full Delano rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Bakersfield | Delano |
|---|---|---|
| Rear/Side | 6 ft max | - |
| Front Yard | 4 ft max | - |
| Exception | Greater height for noise attenuation | - |
| Code | BMC §17.08.180 | Delano DC §20.10.90.1 |
| Front/Street-Side | - | 40 inches max |
| Interior Side/Rear | - | 6 ft (8 ft with raised grade + landscape) |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Bakersfield FAQ
How tall can my fence be in Bakersfield?
Bakersfield BMC §17.08.180 limits fences to 6 ft in rear/side yards and 4 ft in required front yards for residential zones (R-1 through R-6, MX-1, MX-2). Higher fences allowed if required for noise attenuation.
What is the maximum fence height for front yards in Bakersfield?
Rear/Side: 6 ft max. Front Yard: 4 ft max. Exception: Greater height for noise attenuation. Code: BMC §17.08.180.
Delano FAQ
Do I need a permit for a 6-ft fence?
California Building Code generally requires a permit only for fences over 7 feet; check with the Delano Building Department first.
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