Fences and walls in Stanton: the local rules

Each rule below links to the section of the Stanton Municipal Code it was read from, with the code text one click away (checked October 2026). General information, not legal advice.

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Corner visibility	Fences, walls and hedges must not block the Traffic Visibility Area. § 20.310.050 · code text the fence, wall, or hedge shall not be erected or maintained so that it obstructs the Traffic Visibility Area described in Section 20.305.100.
Height anywhere on the lot	Pilasters or columns can be up to 54 inches tall. Applies: Columns at most 2 feet wide and at least 12 feet apart; open fencing between them from 30.1 to 54 inches. § 20.310.050 · code text Pilasters or columns up to 54 inches in height may be allowed under the following circumstances: A privacy screen can be up to 60 inches tall. Applies: Measured from the top of the wall, set back at least 10 feet from the front lot line. § 20.310.050 · code text A privacy screen up to 60 inches in height may be allowed under the following circumstances:
Permit	Yes. Department approval and a Building Permit are required for any new, replaced or repaired wall or fence. § 20.310.060 · code text A fence or wall shall be installed or constructed only following the issuance of a Building Permit.

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