Fullerton, CA Fence Regulations: Material Restrictions (2026)

Fullerton Municipal Code Chapter 15.50 (Zoning) and the city's building code establish restrictions on fence materials in residential areas. Barbed wire is prohibited on fences in residential zones. Razor wire and concertina wire are similarly prohibited in residential areas. Electrified fences are not permitted in residential zones. These materials may be allowed in certain commercial or industrial zones subject to specific standards. Chain link fencing may be restricted or prohibited in front yards and in certain specific plan areas or overlay zones where aesthetic standards are imposed. Acceptable residential fence materials generally include wood (cedar, redwood, pressure-treated lumber), vinyl/PVC, masonry block, brick, stone, wrought iron, tubular steel, and composite materials. Corrugated metal, sheet metal, and similar industrial materials may be restricted in residential zones depending on the zoning district and any applicable specific plan standards. Temporary construction fencing is permitted during active construction with a valid building permit. Specific plan areas within Fullerton such as the downtown specific plan or transportation corridor plans may impose additional architectural and material standards for fences and walls. Living fences (hedges) are subject to the same height limits as constructed fences. The Planning Division reviews fence materials during permit and zoning review for compliance with district-specific standards.