Artificial turf is allowed in Mountain View residential yards subject to setbacks, drainage, and design standards. Some front-yard coverage and aesthetic limits may apply.
Mountain View allows synthetic or artificial turf in residential front and rear yards. Installations must be properly drained to prevent pooling, infiltration runoff into the neighbor property or street is prohibited, and turf cannot extend into the public right of way. The Zoning Code limits impervious front yard coverage, and some neighborhoods, planned developments, or HOAs apply additional design standards on turf color, pile height, and percentage of front yard. California Civil Code 4735 and AB 1572 protect homeowners use of drought tolerant landscapes, including synthetic turf, against blanket HOA bans. Turf over a drainfield or in a tree protection zone requires review by the City Arborist or Building Division. Quality products with permeable backing are recommended to maintain soil health.
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