Irvine limits residential fences to a maximum of 7 feet in side and rear yards and 2.5 feet in front setback areas under the Irvine Zoning Ordinance. Fences over 7 feet in required setback areas need Administrative Relief approval.
Under the Irvine Zoning Ordinance, fences and walls in residential side and rear yards may be up to 7 feet in height. Fences in front setback areas are limited to 2.5 feet above grade at the property line to maintain visibility and neighborhood character. Fences over 7 feet proposed within required setback areas require Administrative Relief from the Planning Division. Block or masonry walls over 6 feet require engineering calculations. Fences on corner lots must maintain sight distance triangles at intersections. The maximum permitted height varies by zoning district and specific plan area.
Fences exceeding height limits without approval are subject to code enforcement requiring modification or removal. Fines may apply for non-compliance.
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