Corner lots in Reno must maintain a visibility triangle at street intersections and driveways under RMC Title 18. Fences, walls, and landscaping are limited to 3 feet in height within the sight triangle.
Reno Municipal Code Title 18 requires sight-distance triangles at intersections and driveway approaches to protect drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists. Typical sight triangle dimensions: 25 to 30 feet along each curb line at street-to-street intersections, and shorter distances at driveway-to-street approaches. Within the sight triangle, fences, walls, hedges, and other visual obstructions must not exceed 3 feet in height measured from the adjacent curb or street elevation. Tree canopies must be trimmed up to at least 7 feet. Enforcement is by Reno Code Enforcement and Public Works. Violations create safety hazards and are typically corrected with a written notice and reinspection. Repeat violations can result in civil citations and forced removal at the owner's expense. Corner lots are common in Reno's grid neighborhoods (midtown, southwest, northwest), and residents planning fences or landscaping near intersections should confirm requirements with Development Services before installing.
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