Height Limits: Garden Grove vs Santa Ana
How do height limits rules compare between Garden Grove, CA and Santa Ana, CA?
Garden Grove and Santa Ana have similar restriction levels.
Garden Grove, CA
Orange County
Garden Grove limits front yard fences to 36 inches. Interior lot fences behind the front yard setback can be up to 7 feet. Corner lots allow up to 8 feet behind both front and corner side yard setbacks. Any portion above 7 feet must be openwork (60% or less solid).
View full Garden Grove rules →Santa Ana, CA
Orange County
Santa Ana allows fences up to 8 feet in side and rear yards and 3-4 feet in front yards under SAMC Sec. 41-610. Front yard fences over 18 inches require a Planning permit and must allow visibility through the upper portion.
View full Santa Ana rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Garden Grove | Santa Ana |
|---|---|---|
| Front Yard | 36 inches maximum | 3–4 ft max |
| Interior Side/Rear | 7 feet behind front setback | - |
| Corner Lots | 8 feet behind both setbacks | - |
| Above 7 Feet | Must be openwork (≤60% solid) | - |
| Code Section | GGMC §9.18.130 | Sec. 41-610 |
| Side/Rear Yard | - | 8 ft max |
| Front Permit | - | Required over 18 in. |
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Garden Grove FAQ
How tall can my fence be in Garden Grove?
Front yard fences are limited to 36 inches. Behind the front setback, interior lots allow 7 feet and corner lots allow 8 feet under GGMC Section 9.18.130.
What does openwork fence mean?
An openwork fence is one where solid portions are evenly distributed and make up no more than 60% of the total surface area. Any fence portion above 7 feet must be openwork.
Are there special rules for corner lots?
Yes. Corner lots must maintain a 25-foot vision triangle at the intersection. Fences up to 8 feet are allowed behind both front and corner side yard setbacks.
Santa Ana FAQ
How tall can my fence be in Santa Ana?
Santa Ana allows fences up to 8 feet in side and rear yards and 3-4 feet in front yards under SAMC Sec. 41-610. Front yard fences over 18 inches require a Planning permit and must allow visibility through the upper portion.
What is the maximum fence height for front yards in Santa Ana?
Front Yard: 3–4 ft max. Side/Rear Yard: 8 ft max. Front Permit: Required over 18 in.. Code Section: Sec. 41-610.
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