Cupertino fences must preserve sight visibility at intersections, stay out of the 40-foot corner triangle in the front, and meet height limits by setback area. In design-review zones, the Design Review Committee approves fence location, height, and materials, including acoustic and privacy buffering between commercial and residential zones.
Under Cupertino Municipal Code Chapter 16.28, fence height is measured from the highest point of the fence (excluding post caps) to the adjoining finish grade, using the higher grade where sides differ. On corner lots, no portion of a fence may extend into the front yard setback or the 40-foot corner triangle, and a 6-foot side fence must sit at least 5 feet from the property line where rear lines adjoin. In zones requiring site review (Section 16.28.030), the Design Review Committee may approve or disapprove fence and wall plans; fences between commercial or industrial and residential zones must acoustically isolate noise and ensure privacy, and all fences must provide sight visibility at intersections. Chapter 14.08 controls proximity to streets.
Fences that block intersection sight lines, intrude into the corner triangle, or ignore design-review conditions are infractions under Section 16.28.070 and must be corrected.
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