Tracy, CA Fence Regulations: Height Limits (2026)
Key Facts
- General maximum
- 8 feet
- Public easement
- 6 feet
- Front yard
- 3 ft (up to 4)
- Code section
- TMC 10.08.3250
Summary
In Tracy's residential zones, fences, walls, and hedges may not exceed eight feet on unrestricted parts of a lot, six feet within a public easement, and three feet in a required front yard (up to four feet under conditions).
Fences, walls, or hedges in all residential zones shall conform to the following conditions and requirements: The height of any fence, hedge, or wall shall be in accordance with all of the following: For any part of any lot not otherwise restricted, the maximum height shall be no greater than eight (8') feet; For any public easement, the maximum height shall be no greater than six (6') feet; The maximum height within any required front yard shall be no greater than three (3') feet measured vertically from the top of the fence to the grade of the sidewalk nearest the property line; however, the maximum height may be up to four (4') feet.
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 69).
Full Breakdown
Tracy Municipal Code section 10.08.3250 sets fence, wall, and hedge requirements in all residential zones. The maximum height is eight feet on any part of a lot not otherwise restricted, six feet within a public easement, and three feet within any required front yard, measured from the top of the fence to the grade of the sidewalk nearest the property line, though the front-yard maximum may be up to four feet under specified conditions.
Violations & Fines
Fences exceeding these limits are zoning violations enforced by the Planning Division, which may require the fence to be lowered or removed.
Frequently Asked Questions
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