Simi Valley Height Limits Rules (2026): What You Need to Know
Some RestrictionsKey Facts
- Front Yard Max
- 42 inches (3.5 ft)
- Side/Rear Yard Max
- 6 feet
- See-Through (Front)
- Up to 6 feet at setback
- Arterial/Commercial
- Up to 8 feet (with approval)
- Permit Required
- No (standard fences under 6 ft)
The Short Version
Simi Valley limits front yard fences to 42 inches (3.5 feet). Side and rear yard fences may be up to 6 feet. See-through fences up to 6 feet are allowed at the front setback line. Fences along arterial streets or near commercial/industrial zones may be up to 8 feet with approval. No building permit is needed for standard fences under 6 feet.
Full Breakdown
Under Simi Valley Municipal Code Section 9-30.080, front yard fences cannot exceed 42 inches in height. See-through fences up to 6 feet are permitted at the front yard setback line. Side and rear yard fences may be up to 6 feet tall. Along arterial streets or abutting commercial/industrial zones, fences may be up to 8 feet with approval. No building permit is required for standard fences under 6 feet. Garden walls over 6 feet and retaining walls require a permit.
What Happens If You Violate This?
Fences exceeding limits are subject to code compliance enforcement. Contact Planning at (805) 583-6769.
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