City Guide · Verified 2026
Fence Installation Permits in Burbank
Local Rule
City of Burbank Community Development Dept., Building &
Burbank does not require a building permit for a masonry or concrete wall up to 6 feet high (or 6 feet plus up to 12 additional inches of vinyl, wood, or metal on top), or for other fence materials (vinyl, wood, metal) up to 7 feet, per the city's official building-permit exemption list. Zoning under Municipal Code Title 10 separately caps fence height and requires Planning Division review even when no building permit is triggered: in the front yard and street-facing side yard, any portion of a fence above 2 feet must use an open design (at least 50 percent open per one-foot section); interior side and rear yards allow up to 6 feet without special approval. A fence exceeding the height, material, or open-design standards needs a Minor or Major Fence Exception Permit, and a fence near a driveway, intersection, or the public right-of-way may also need an encroachment permit.
Source · Verified September 2026
Burbank Building Department
Office: City of Burbank Community Development Dept., Building & Safety Division
Address: 150 N. Third St., Burbank, CA 91502
Phone: (818) 238-5220
Hours and procedures can change — call ahead to confirm.
How This Compares to Los Angeles County
Burbank's own rule is shown above (No permit under 7 sqft). Here is the separate rule that applies at the county level, for context:
Regional Planning / LA County
In unincorporated Los Angeles County, a fence under 6 feet does not need a building permit, though its placement may need Department of Regional Planning approval and fire-hazard zones require non-combustible materials; over 6 feet needs a permit. The City of Los Angeles and other cities set their own limits (commonly 6 feet rear, 42 inches front). California's Good Neighbor Fence Law governs shared costs.
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FAQs
Which department handles Fence Installation permits in Burbank?
City of Burbank Community Development Dept., Building & handles Fence Installation permits in Burbank.
Is Burbank different from Los Angeles County on Fence Installation?
Yes. Burbank's rule is "No permit under 7 sqft", while Los Angeles County in general is "Check local rules". See the full breakdown of each below.
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