Height Limits: Orange vs Santa Ana
How do height limits rules compare between Orange, CA and Santa Ana, CA?
Orange and Santa Ana have similar restriction levels.
Orange, CA
Orange County
The City of Orange regulates fence heights under OMC Title 17 (Zoning). Front yard fences are limited to 3.5 feet, side and rear yard fences to 6 feet, with 8-foot fences allowed where property abuts a major arterial street or commercial zone.
View full Orange 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 | Orange | Santa Ana |
|---|---|---|
| Front Yard | 3.5 feet maximum | 3–4 ft max |
| Side/Rear Yard | 6 feet maximum | 8 ft max |
| Arterial/Commercial | 8 feet maximum | - |
| Code Reference | OMC Title 17 Zoning | - |
| Front Permit | - | Required over 18 in. |
| Code Section | - | Sec. 41-610 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Orange FAQ
How tall can my fence be in Orange?
Front yard fences: 3.5 feet max. Side and rear yard fences: 6 feet max. Up to 8 feet if abutting a major arterial or commercial property.
Do hedges count as fences in Orange?
Yes. Hedges used as barriers are subject to the same height restrictions as fences under OMC Title 17.
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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