Oxnard is primarily a low-fire-risk coastal and agricultural city. Most of the city is not within a CalFire-designated Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone. However, areas near open space and the Santa Clara River may have moderate fire risk during dry conditions.
CalFire maps designate fire hazard severity zones throughout California. Most of Oxnard's urban and agricultural areas are not classified as Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones (VHFHSZ) due to the flat terrain, coastal moisture, and irrigated agriculture. However, properties along the northern edge near the Santa Clara River, open hillsides, and any interface with undeveloped land may face elevated seasonal risk during Santa Ana wind events. New construction in any designated moderate or high fire zone must comply with Chapter 7A of the California Building Code, requiring fire-resistant roofing, exterior walls, and ember-resistant vents.
Non-compliance with fire-resistant building requirements in designated zones results in construction hold or permit denial. Existing structures may be required to retrofit upon major renovation.
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Persistent barking dogs in Oxnard are treated as a noise nuisance. Owners whose dogs bark excessively and disturb neighbors may receive warnings followed by ...
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Oxnard restricts overnight parking on certain streets and in designated zones. Oversized vehicles and RVs may not park on residential streets overnight. Stre...
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Oxnard's zoning code limits front yard fences to 3 feet and side/rear yard fences to 6 feet in residential zones. Corner lots have additional visibility requ...
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Oxnard allows limited poultry keeping in residential zones with restrictions on flock size, coop setbacks, and rooster prohibitions. Livestock such as goats,...
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Oxnard requires residential properties to maintain landscaping and keep grass at a reasonable height. Overgrown vegetation that creates fire hazards or harbo...
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Oxnard has no city ordinance restricting residential lawn ornaments, statuary, or religious displays on private property. California Civil Code §4710 limits ...
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