Corner lots in Rancho Cordova must maintain a clear visibility triangle at intersections, typically 25 to 35 feet along each street frontage. Fences, walls, and landscaping within the triangle must not exceed 3 feet in height to preserve driver sightlines.
The Rancho Cordova Zoning Code establishes sight distance triangles at all street intersections and driveway-street intersections on corner lots. The triangle is measured from the curb face or edge of pavement along both streets. Within the triangle, nothing over 3 feet above the street grade is permitted (except traffic signs and utility poles). This applies to fences, hedges, retaining walls, and parked vehicles. The city enforces sight triangles aggressively because of Highway 50 frontage road hazards and major arterials like Sunrise Boulevard and Zinfandel Drive. Violations trigger abatement orders.
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