Height Limits: Livermore vs Oakland
How do height limits rules compare between Livermore, CA and Oakland, CA?
Livermore and Oakland have similar restriction levels.
Livermore, CA
Alameda County
Livermore allows 6-foot fences in rear/side yards and 3.5-foot fences in front yards per LMC zoning. Corner lots have visibility triangle restrictions.
View full Livermore 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 | Livermore | Oakland |
|---|---|---|
| Rear/Side | 6 ft no permit | - |
| Front Yard | 3.5 ft max | 42 inches (3.5 ft) |
| Over 6 ft | Permit required | - |
| Corner Triangle | 3 ft max | - |
| Over 8 ft | PC approval | - |
| Side/Rear (adj residential) | - | 8 ft max |
| Elsewhere | - | 10 ft max |
| Permit | - | Required for front yard fences |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Livermore FAQ
Can I build a 7-foot fence in Livermore?
Yes with a building permit. Fences over 6 feet require structural review but can be approved administratively up to 8 feet.
What counts as front yard?
Anywhere between the front property line and the front plane of your house is front yard, subject to the 3.5-foot limit.
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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