Maricopa, AZ Fence Regulations: Fence Requirements (2026)

A compliant fence in the City of Maricopa must satisfy several requirements found in MCC 18.80.090 and the city's Fence and Wall Guide. Height limits are 3.5 feet in a required front or street-side yard and 6 feet in residential side and rear yards (8 feet in commercial, mixed-use, and industrial districts). Within a sight-visibility (sight-distance) triangle at street corners and driveways, a fence may be no more than three (3) feet in height unless a waiver is obtained from the hearing officer, to preserve safe sight lines for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists. A Zoning Permit is required for residential fences and walls under 7 feet. Certain hazardous materials are prohibited (see material restrictions). Fences serving as pool barriers must additionally comply with Arizona Revised Statutes 36-1681, which requires at least a 5-foot barrier, no openings allowing a 4-inch sphere to pass, and self-closing, self-latching gates with the latch at least 54 inches above grade. Because most Maricopa homes are in HOA-governed subdivisions, additional requirements on color, style, setback from sidewalks, and approved materials are common; the city standards are the minimum, and the HOA may add more. Verify both the city permit and HOA architectural approval before installing any fence.