Height Limits: Compton vs Long Beach
How do height limits rules compare between Compton, CA and Long Beach, CA?
Compton and Long Beach have similar restriction levels.
Compton, CA
Los Angeles County
Compton Municipal Code Chapter 30, Sections 30-44.1 through 30-44.5 regulate fences and walls. Fences under 6 feet are not considered structures. Standards vary by zone with specific material requirements and prohibited materials.
View full Compton rules →Long Beach, CA
Los Angeles County
Front yard fences limited to 3 feet. Side and rear yard fences up to 6 feet 6 inches. LBMC §21.43.020 governs.
View full Long Beach rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Compton | Long Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Code Section | CMC §30-44.1 through §30-44.5 | - |
| Non-Structure Limit | Under 6 feet | - |
| Height Adjustment | Up to 1.5 ft to match neighbors | - |
| Front Yard | White picket fences allowed | 3 feet max (4 ft in special areas) |
| Prohibited | Sheet metal, chicken wire, razor wire, plywood | - |
| Code | - | LBMC §21.43.020 |
| Side/Rear | - | 6 ft 6 in max |
| Permit | - | Required for masonry >4 ft or wrought iron >6.5 ft |
| Historic Districts | - | Certificate of Appropriateness required |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Compton FAQ
How tall can a fence be in Compton?
Fences under 6 feet are not considered structures. Height adjustments of up to 1.5 feet may be approved to match neighboring fence heights within 150 feet.
What fence materials are banned in Compton?
Prohibited materials include corrugated metal, sheet metal, chicken wire, fiberglass, plywood, used materials (tires, railroad ties), electrified fencing, razor wire, and fabric/plastic sheeting.
Long Beach FAQ
How tall can my fence be in Long Beach?
Front yard fences limited to 3 feet. Side and rear yard fences up to 6 feet 6 inches. LBMC §21.43.020 governs.
What is the maximum fence height for front yards in Long Beach?
Code: LBMC §21.43.020. Front Yard: 3 feet max (4 ft in special areas). Side/Rear: 6 ft 6 in max. Permit: Required for masonry >4 ft or wrought iron >6.5 ft.
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