Height Limits: Fremont vs Oakland
How do height limits rules compare between Fremont, CA and Oakland, CA?
Fremont and Oakland have similar restriction levels.
Fremont, CA
Alameda County
Fremont limits fences to 3 feet in front yards and 7 feet in side and rear yards under FMC Chapter 18 zoning standards.
View full Fremont rules →Oakland, CA
Alameda County
Oakland Planning Code §17.108.140 sets fence heights: 42 inches in front yards, 6 ft in side/rear yards near streets, up to 8 ft within 10 ft of abutting residential property, and 10 ft maximum elsewhere on lot.
View full Oakland rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Fremont | Oakland |
|---|---|---|
| Front Yard Solid | 3 feet | - |
| Front Open Picket | 4 feet | - |
| Side and Rear | 7 feet | - |
| Corner Visibility | 15 feet triangle | - |
| Variance | Required over 7 ft | - |
| Front Yard | - | 42 inches (3.5 ft) |
| Side/Rear (adj residential) | - | 8 ft max |
| Elsewhere | - | 10 ft max |
| Permit | - | Required for front yard fences |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Fremont FAQ
Can I build a 7-foot fence around my backyard?
Yes, side and rear yard fences may be up to 7 feet without a permit, subject to corner visibility rules on corner lots.
How tall can my front yard fence be?
Solid front yard fences are limited to 3 feet; open picket or wrought iron up to 4 feet under FMC Chapter 18.
Oakland FAQ
How tall can my fence be in Oakland?
Oakland Planning Code §17.108.140 sets fence heights: 42 inches in front yards, 6 ft in side/rear yards near streets, up to 8 ft within 10 ft of abutting residential property, and 10 ft maximum elsewhere on lot.
What is the maximum fence height for front yards in Oakland?
Front Yard: 42 inches (3.5 ft). Side/Rear (adj residential): 8 ft max. Elsewhere: 10 ft max. Permit: Required for front yard fences.
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