Permit Required? Sometimes Required
Typical Fee Range $50–$150 A permit is required for fences over 7 feet in height.
Fee Method Flat fee
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What's Required in Sacramento

  • Permit required for any fence exceeding 7 feet in height.
  • Maximum height of 4 feet in front yard setbacks.
  • Sightline triangles must be maintained at street corners.
  • Fence must be within property boundaries.
  • Finished side must face toward the public right-of-way.
  • Barbed wire and electric fences are prohibited in residential zones.

How to Get a Fence Permit in Sacramento

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Step 1: Verify Height

Determine if your fence will exceed the 7ft threshold.

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Step 2: Plot Plan

Mark your proposed fence location on a property survey.

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Step 3: Online Filing

Submit through the city's Citizen Portal if a permit is needed.

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Step 4: Zoning Review

City checks for corner visibility and setback compliance.

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Step 5: Construction

Install according to approved plans; no final inspection for most minor fences.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, but it requires a permit and potentially a zoning variance depending on location.
No, but it's recommended to share costs per the California Good Neighbor Fence Act.
Front yard fences are generally capped at 4 feet in height.