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Building on your lot in Glendora
Glendora sets its own fence and wall heights, which depend on how open the fence is and where it stands on the lot. The city also limits solid fences near street intersections for visibility.
Key points
- Fence height: Glendora limits solid fences to 3 ft and fences at least 50% open to 4 ft; behind the front yard setback, 6 ft.
- Noise walls: Next to a railroad or state highway, Glendora allows 8-ft noise walls; taller walls need an acoustical noise study and director approval.
Each rule below is marked Glendora code or CA state law and links to the section it comes from (checked October 2026). General information, not legal advice.
Fences and walls
Glendora code Glendora limits solid fences to 3 ft and fences at least 50% open to 4 ft; behind the front yard setback, 6 ft. Next to a railroad or state highway, Glendora allows 8-ft noise walls; taller walls need an acoustical noise study and director approval.
All 7 Glendora rules on fences and walls, with the code text →
Solar panels and EV chargers
Glendora code Building or other nondiscretionary permit issued within 3 business days of a complete application meeting the checklist and standard plan. Only one inspection; a separate fire inspection may also be required.
All 4 Glendora rules on solar panels and EV chargers, with the code text →
Tree removal
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Swimming pools
Glendora code No opening larger than 6 inches square, other than doors or gates. A fence or other solid structure must completely surround the pool, lot or premises.
All 7 Glendora rules on swimming pools, with the code text →
Pets, chickens and bees
Glendora code Yes; at most 2 barnyard poultry in total; chickens must be hens, and roosters are not allowed. No more than 3 weaned dogs.
All 5 Glendora rules on pets, chickens and bees, with the code text →
Building in a flood zone
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Building on a hillside
Glendora code No grading is allowed where the natural slope is over 35%. Retaining walls may be at most 6 feet high, measured from the base.
All 4 Glendora rules on building on a hillside, with the code text →
Noise and construction hours
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Family child care homes
| Zoning | A small or large family child care home is a residential use and a use by right under all local ordinances, including zoning |
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| Business license or fee | A city or county may not charge a business license, fee or tax to run a family child care home |
| Local rules | Local limits on height, setbacks, lot size, health and safety must be the same as for every other home in the same zone |
| Small home | Up to eight children, counting the provider's own children under 10 who live there |
| Large home | 7 to 14 children, counting the provider's own children under 10 who live there |
Home alarm permits and false alarms
Glendora code Audible alarm may not sound over 10 consecutive minutes, or repeat that cycle more than 3 times per armed period. The amount is set by city council resolution.
All 4 Glendora rules on home alarm permits and false alarms, with the code text →
Trash and recycling carts
Glendora code Green waste must go in containers designated for green waste. Branches at most 4 feet long and 4 inches across, tied securely in bundles of at most 50 pounds.
All 6 Glendora rules on trash and recycling carts, with the code text →
Other Glendora rules on this
Glendora's code also has these chapters. We have not summarized their values on this page yet; read them in the library.
- ADUs and SB 9 second units (§ 21.04.040) — shared with the ADU rules
- Park development fee (Ch. 19.42)
Who this affects
Frequently asked questions
What are the rules for building in a Glendora flood zone?
Glendora's code: All proposed construction or development, including placing manufactured homes, needs a permit so the city can check flood risk. (§ 9.58.100).
What are the noise rules and construction hours in Glendora?
Glendora's code: Outdoor construction is allowed only from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. (Every day; work in or within 500 feet of a residential zone that disturbs a reasonable resident; a city permit allows other hours; emergencies excepted.) (§ 9.44.110).
Can I run a family child care home in Glendora?
California law sets this for every city, including Glendora: Zoning: A small or large family child care home is a residential use and a use by right under all local ordinances, including zoning (Health & Safety Code § 1597.45(a)); Business license or fee: A city or county may not charge a business license, fee or tax to run a family child care home (Health & Safety Code § 1597.45(b)); Local rules: Local limits on height, setbacks, lot size, health and safety must be the same as for every other home in the same zone (Health & Safety Code § 1597.45(e)); Small home: Up to eight children, counting the provider's own children under 10 who live there (Health & Safety Code § 1596.78(c)); Large home: 7 to 14 children, counting the provider's own children under 10 who live there (Health & Safety Code § 1596.78(b)).
General information, not legal advice.
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