Height Limits: Chino vs Victorville
How do height limits rules compare between Chino, CA and Victorville, CA?
Chino and Victorville have similar restriction levels.
Chino, CA
San Bernardino County
Chino Municipal Code Title 20 (Zoning) regulates fence heights through CMC § 20.10.080 (Walls and Fences). Typical residential standards allow 6 ft in side/rear yards and 42 in (3.5 ft) in required front yards, with corner-lot visibility triangles required at intersections.
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San Bernardino County
Victorville caps residential fence heights under the Development Code at 6 feet in side and rear yards and 3 to 4 feet in front yards. Corner sight triangles limit fences to 30 inches for driver visibility.
View full Victorville rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Chino | Victorville |
|---|---|---|
| Front-yard typical max | 42 in (3 ft 6 in) | - |
| Rear/side-yard typical max | 6 ft | - |
| Building permit threshold | Fences over 6 ft (CBC § 105.2) | - |
| Code section | CMC § 20.10.080 (Walls and Fences) | - |
| Corner-lot sight triangle | Required at intersections/driveways | - |
| Planning Division | 909-334-3250 | - |
| Side and Rear | - | 6 feet maximum |
| Front Solid | - | 3 feet |
| Front Open | - | 4 feet with 50 percent open |
| Sight Triangle | - | 30 inches at corners |
| Industrial Buffer | - | Up to 8 feet |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Chino FAQ
What is the maximum fence height in my Chino backyard?
Generally 6 feet in side and rear yards under CMC § 20.10.080, without a building permit. Anything taller requires a permit under the California Building Code as adopted in CMC Title 15.
Can I install a 6-foot fence in my front yard?
No. Required front-yard setbacks limit fences to about 42 inches (3 ft 6 in) so they don't block sight lines. Contact Chino Planning at 909-334-3250 to confirm for your zoning district.
Do I need a permit for a 5-foot rear fence?
No building permit is required for fences 6 ft or less in rear/side yards, but verify your zone and any HOA covenants before installing.
Victorville FAQ
How tall can a backyard fence be in Victorville?
Up to 6 feet from adjacent grade in side and rear yards. Taller fences require an administrative adjustment or variance.
Can I have a solid 4-foot front fence?
Not solid. Front fences are limited to 3 feet solid or 4 feet with at least half open decorative metal or wrought iron.
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