A building/zoning permit is generally required in Lompoc for fences over 6 feet or masonry/retaining walls; pool barrier fences must meet the California Building Code. Standard residential fences at the height limit may be permit-exempt.
Most ordinary fences in Lompoc go up without a permit — a standard residential fence at or under the height limit is often permit-exempt. The permit line gets crossed in two ways: height and construction. Fences over 6 feet generally need a building or zoning permit, and masonry and retaining walls need one because they're engineered structures. Pool barrier fences are their own category, required to meet the California Building Code's barrier standards. If your project involves any of these, check with building and planning staff before setting posts.
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