Maximum 6 feet along side or rear lot lines, minimum 10 feet from front lot line. Front yard fences limited to 3 feet in height. Up to 9 feet allowed along rear line with Community Development Director approval for noise attenuation. TOMC Sec. 9-4.2509.
Fence height limits in Thousand Oaks are set by the zoning code. Front yard fences are limited to 42 inches (3.5 feet) in most residential zones. Side and rear yard fences may be up to 6 feet. Fences on top of retaining walls are measured from the lower grade. Corner lot fences must maintain sight distance triangles at intersections. Fences over 6 feet require a building permit and may need a variance from the Planning Commission. Open-style fences (wrought iron, split rail) may have different height allowances in front yards.
Fences exceeding height limits without a variance: code enforcement notice with 30 days to correct. Fines of $100-$500/day for non-compliance. Fences blocking sight lines at intersections may be ordered removed immediately for public safety. Building a fence over 6 feet without a permit: building code violation with double retroactive permit fees.
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