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Do I need a permit for a fence in Sacramento, CA?

Short answer: No, a permit is not required for a fence in Sacramento, CA.

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No building permit for fences up to 7 ft, but all fencing needs Planning Division approval under the wall, fence and gate rules.

What changes the answer

Cost

Fee not extracted; see City of Sacramento building fees. Unverified, confirm locally

Fee source: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/community-development/building/permit-services/required-permits

Where to apply

City of Sacramento Community Development, Building Division (Public Permit Portal or counter)

Permitting authority: City of Sacramento Community Development Department, Building Division. Applies inside City of Sacramento limits; unincorporated areas are handled by Sacramento County. Online minor permits are for California-licensed contractors. See also: how to apply for a building permit.

Official sources

“Fences not over 7 feet high. (3)”

Source: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/community-development/building/permit-services/required-permits

“(3) All proposed fencing is subject to Planning Division approval”

Source: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/community-development/building/permit-services/required-permits

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