Material Restrictions: El Monte vs Glendale
How do material restrictions rules compare between El Monte, CA and Glendale, CA?
El Monte and Glendale have similar restriction levels.
El Monte, CA
Los Angeles County
El Monte allows decorative wrought iron fencing up to 5 ft in front yards if at least 50% open with decorative block pilasters (Sec. 17.60.120). Solid fences in front yards limited to 4 ft. Commercial/industrial abutting residential requires 6 ft masonry wall.
View full El Monte rules →Glendale, CA
Los Angeles County
Glendale prohibits electrically charged fences, barbed wire, razor wire, chicken wire, and fiberglass in residential zones per GMC 30.30.010. Wood, masonry, and decorative metal are acceptable. Chain-link allowed only if screened by vegetation.
View full Glendale rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | El Monte | Glendale |
|---|---|---|
| Front Yard | 4 ft solid, 5 ft if 50% wrought iron | - |
| Masonry Required | Commercial abutting residential | - |
| Rear/Side | 6 ft max, standard materials | - |
| Code | Sec. 17.60.120 | - |
| Prohibited | - | Barbed wire, razor wire, chicken wire |
| Allowed | - | Wood, masonry, wrought iron |
| Chain-Link | - | Only if screened by vegetation |
| Code Section | - | GMC 30.30.010 |
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El Monte FAQ
What materials can I use for a tall front fence?
The portion above 42 inches must be wrought iron, chain link, or other see-through material approved by Planning.
Is barbed wire allowed on residential fences?
No. Barbed, razor, and similar wire is prohibited in residential zones. It's only allowed in commercial/industrial areas, 25+ feet from roads.
Glendale FAQ
Can I install a chain-link fence in Glendale?
Only if screened from adjacent parcels by vegetation and not visible from the public street. Chain-link is banned in the Fence Overlay Zone.
What materials are banned for fences?
In the Fence Overlay Zone: electrically charged fences, barbed wire, razor wire, chicken wire, chain-link, fiberglass, and plain block are prohibited.
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