Permit Requirements: Lompoc vs Santa Maria
How do permit requirements rules compare between Lompoc, CA and Santa Maria, CA?
Lompoc, CA
Santa Barbara County
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Santa Maria, CA
Santa Barbara County
Standard residential fences within height limits generally do not require a building permit in Santa Maria. Retaining walls and masonry walls over certain heights require permits.
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| Fact | Lompoc | Santa Maria |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Fences | - | No permit typically needed |
| Permit Required | - | Over-height, masonry, retaining walls |
| Easements | - | No fences in easements/ROW |
| Recommendation | - | Verify property line first |
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Lompoc FAQ
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Santa Maria FAQ
Do I need a permit for a fence in Santa Maria?
Standard fences within height limits generally do not require a permit. Over-height and masonry fences do.
Can I build a fence in a utility easement in Santa Maria?
No. Fences may not be placed in public utility easements or the right-of-way.
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