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Height limits
Fence Height Regulations Near You
Height limits protect sight lines at intersections, neighborhood character, and fire access—not just neighbor disputes. Rules differ between Grass Valley city, Nevada City historic areas, and county agricultural zones; this guide outlines typical patterns—verify your zone before building six-foot front fence.
Front vs Rear Yard
Front yard often three to four feet maximum visible from street. Side and rear commonly six feet in residential zones. Corner lots may have additional sight triangle limits.
Special Zones
Agricultural parcels may allow taller wire along fields. Pool barriers have minimum height separate from maximum privacy rules.
Measuring Height
Measured from grade on high side of slope in many jurisdictions—stepped fence counts per panel section.
Frequently asked questions
Berms and retaining walls affect height?
Often measured from finished grade—retaining walls complicate; ask building official.
Lattice topper allowed?
Sometimes counts toward total height; may be restricted in front yard.
Variance for taller deer fence?
Possible in ag zones; residential variance rare—apply before build.
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