Fontana requires a building permit for masonry or solid fences over 42 inches and open fencing over 48 inches. Permits are issued through Building and Safety, with Planning review when zoning or setback questions arise.
Fontana Building and Safety issues fence and wall permits under the California Building Code as adopted locally, with Planning Department coordination on zoning compliance. For a standard residential property, a solid masonry wall or concrete-block fence over 42 inches and a metal or open-style fence over 48 inches require a building permit and plan check. Applications go through the Build Fontana online portal and typically include a site plan showing setbacks, a wall section detail, and structural calculations for block walls over four feet due to wind and seismic loading. Retaining-wall walls carry additional structural review. Fees are based on valuation. Inspections happen at footing, rough, and final. Work done without a permit invites a stop-work order and potential double-fee permits. Street-facing walls in certain specific plan areas like Sierra Lakes also require design review. Contact Building and Safety (909) 350-6600 and Planning (909) 350-6718.
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