Height Limits: Compton vs Pasadena
How do height limits rules compare between Compton, CA and Pasadena, CA?
Compton and Pasadena 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 →Pasadena, CA
Los Angeles County
Pasadena limits fence height to 42 inches in front yards and 6 feet in side and rear yards under the Zoning Code. Retaining walls combined with fences have aggregate height limits.
View full Pasadena rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Compton | Pasadena |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 42 inches (3.5 feet) maximum |
| Prohibited | Sheet metal, chicken wire, razor wire, plywood | - |
| Side/Rear Yard | - | 6 feet maximum |
| Corner Lots | - | Sight triangle required |
| Variance | - | Board of Zoning Appeals |
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.
Pasadena FAQ
How tall can a fence be in Pasadena?
Front yard fences: 42 inches maximum. Side and rear yard fences: 6 feet maximum. Corner lots have visibility requirements.
Can I build a taller fence?
You need a variance from the Board of Zoning Appeals for fences exceeding the maximum height.
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