The City of Lincoln limits residential fence heights primarily through Title 18 (Zoning) of the Lincoln Municipal Code. Fences taller than 6 feet require a building permit from the Community Development Permit Center. Standard practice mirrors most California zoning codes: 3-foot maximum in required front yards, 6 feet in side and rear yards, with permits triggered above 6 feet.
Lincoln's fence rules sit at the intersection of Title 18 Zoning (Lincoln Municipal Code) and the city's Building Permits program. The city's Building Permits page states a permit is required for any fence over 6 feet in height. Below that threshold, fences are exempt from building permits but must still comply with zoning setback rules, sight-visibility triangles at corners and driveways, and any homeowners' association covenants. For specific setbacks in each zoning district, the city directs residents to consult the Planning Division before installation. The Community Development Permit Center at 600 6th Street issues both zoning clearances and building permits.
Building a fence over 6 feet without a permit is a code violation. Code enforcement may issue a stop-work order and require either removal or after-the-fact permitting (typically at double fees). Continued non-compliance can be pursued as a municipal infraction.
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