Fences in Daly City cannot exceed 6 feet in height. No permit is required for fences at or below 6 feet. Fences in front yards are typically limited to lower heights under zoning requirements.
Under Daly City's zoning code (DCMC Title 17, Chapter 17.40, Section 17.40.020), fences may not exceed 6 feet in height. No building permit is required for fences within this height limit. Front yard fence heights may be further restricted by zoning district requirements. The City does not require fences, but all fences must comply with height limits. Retaining walls may have separate height and permit requirements.
Code compliance notice with correction period. Remove or modify non-compliant fence. Fines if not corrected.
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