Height Limits: Compton vs West Covina
How do height limits rules compare between Compton, CA and West Covina, CA?
Compton and West Covina 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 →West Covina, CA
Los Angeles County
West Covina allows side/rear fences up to 7 feet under the 2024 Development Code update. Higher walls are permitted when residential abuts commercial. Front yard fences must comply with sight triangle requirements.
View full West Covina rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Compton | West Covina |
|---|---|---|
| Code Section | CMC §30-44.1 through §30-44.5 | Dev. Code Ord. 2519 |
| Non-Structure Limit | Under 6 feet | - |
| Height Adjustment | Up to 1.5 ft to match neighbors | - |
| Front Yard | White picket fences allowed | - |
| Prohibited | Sheet metal, chicken wire, razor wire, plywood | - |
| Side/Rear Max | - | 7 feet |
| Commercial Boundary | - | Higher walls allowed |
| Commercial Zone | - | 8 ft maximum |
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.
West Covina FAQ
How tall can my fence be in West Covina?
West Covina allows side/rear fences up to 7 feet under the 2024 Development Code update. Higher walls are permitted when residential abuts commercial. Front yard fences must comply with sight triangle requirements.
What is the maximum fence height for front yards in West Covina?
Side/Rear Max: 7 feet. Commercial Boundary: Higher walls allowed. Commercial Zone: 8 ft maximum. Code Section: Dev. Code Ord. 2519.
Compare other topics
See how Compton and West Covina compare on other ordinance categories.
Want to add a third city?
Use our full comparison tool to compare up to three cities.
Open Comparison Tool