Fences not over 7 feet high (excluding pool barriers) are exempt from building permits in Irvine, but must still comply with Zoning Ordinance height and material restrictions. Fences over 7 feet require Administrative Relief and a building permit.
Under California Building Code provisions adopted by Irvine, fences other than swimming pool barriers not exceeding 7 feet in height are exempt from building permit requirements. However, all fences must comply with Irvine Zoning Ordinance height limits and prohibited material restrictions regardless of permit exemption. Fences over 7 feet in height proposed within required setback areas require Administrative Relief approval from the Planning Division plus a building permit. Retaining walls not over 4 feet are also permit-exempt unless supporting a surcharge. Block or masonry fences over 6 feet require engineering calculations.
Fences built in violation of zoning restrictions are subject to code enforcement even if no building permit was required. Fences over 7 feet without approval face required modification or removal.
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