Moorpark Height Limits Rules (2026): What You Need to Know
Some RestrictionsKey Facts
- Max Height
- 6 feet
- Front Yard
- Top 3 ft must be 75%+ open
- Downtown R-1/R-2
- Top 2 ft must be 75%+ open
- Interior/Rear
- 6 ft solid allowed
- Engineered Footing
- Required for walls over 3 ft
- Code Section
- § 17.24.030
The Short Version
Moorpark limits fences to 6 feet in height. In front yards, the top 3 feet must be visually open/decorative fencing (at least 75% open) unless it is a retaining wall or approved noise attenuation wall. In Downtown Specific Plan R-1 and R-2 zones, the top 2 feet must be open. Interior and rear lot line fences may be solid up to 6 feet. Walls over 3 feet may require engineered footings.
Full Breakdown
Under Moorpark Municipal Code Section 17.24.030 (Residential Walls and Fences), the maximum fence height is 6 feet. In front yards, the top 3 feet must be visually open or decorative fencing with at least 75% openness, unless the fence is a retaining wall or an approved noise attenuation wall. In the Downtown Specific Plan R-1 and R-2 zones, the top 2 feet must be visually open with 75% or greater openness. Interior and rear lot line fences may be solid up to 6 feet. Walls exceeding 3 feet in height may require engineered footings — contact the Building and Safety Division at (805) 517-6272 for permit requirements.
What Happens If You Violate This?
Fences exceeding height limits or not meeting openness requirements may be subject to code compliance enforcement and required modification.
Frequently Asked Questions
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