In R-1 zones, front yard fences must use open design (≥50% open) for any portion over 2 feet. Side and rear yard fences may be 6 feet. Street-facing side yard up to 6 feet (up to 8 feet behind rear of dwelling). No razor, barbed, or electric wire permitted. BMC Title 10, Article 6.
Per Burbank Municipal Code Title 10, Article 6: Front yard fence portions above 2 feet must use open design (≥50% surface open). Street-facing side yard: 6-foot maximum, except that portions behind the rear of the dwelling can go to 8 feet. Corner cutoff areas: no structure 3–10 feet above ground. Decorative lighting may exceed fence height up to 18 inches or max 5.5 feet. Prohibited materials: razor wire, barbed wire, electric wire. Hillside zones limit hedges to 4 feet in front/street setbacks. Fence exception permits available for variances.
Fence height violations are investigated on a complaint basis. Non-compliant fences may require trimming, modification, or a fence exception permit. Most cases resolved without fines.
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