Davis reviews fences for zoning compliance under Municipal Code 40.27.060, and the city Building Division issues building permits for construction; taller walls and fences on retaining walls can trigger permit and design-review requirements.
Fence placement and height in Davis are governed by zoning standards in DMC 40.27.060, which sets the seven-foot, six-foot, and four-foot limits by location. Atrium and courtyard walls that exceed seven feet require a discretionary design review application under Article 40.31 before they may be built. Building permits for construction work in the city are issued by the Community Development and Sustainability Department's Building Division at 23 Russell Boulevard; residents can apply online or contact the division directly. Property owners should confirm both zoning compliance and any building-permit requirement, especially for masonry walls, fences atop retaining walls, or pool-enclosure fencing, before installing a fence.
Building a fence or wall without required zoning compliance, design review, or a building permit where one is required may result in code enforcement action, stop-work orders, or removal.
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