Fence ownership and cost-sharing between neighbors in Daly City is governed by California Civil Code §841 (Good Neighbor Fence Act). The city's position is that fence construction is a matter of agreement between property owners.
Daly City does not mandate fence installation or shared ownership. Per the city's FAQ, ownership, building, or rebuilding of a fence between neighbors is a matter of agreement between property owners. California Civil Code §841 (Good Neighbor Fence Act) provides the legal framework for shared fence costs — adjoining landowners presumed to share equally in cost of a good neighbor fence. If a neighbor refuses to participate, the other owner may proceed independently. The City does not mediate fence disputes.
Civil remedy: neighbor can sue for share of costs. Spite fence: injunction + damages. Small claims court for disputes under $12,500.
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