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Division 1 — Generally›Chapter 33›Article 56 — MISCELLANEOUS DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS

§ 33-1081. Fencing design criteria.

Escondido Zoning Code · 2026-05 edition · updated 2026-07-25 · Escondido

  • (a) Construction materials. Decorative open materials (constructed of at least 50% open materials), such as wrought iron, may be utilized for the entire height. Solid materials, such as masonry, wood, or similar opaque materials, may be utilized for a height up to three feet within front and street side yards, and up to six feet within interior side or rear yards. Open materials shall be utilized for the remaining portion of the fence height (see Figure 33-1081.1). Fences shall be constructed of materials and colors compatible with the existing or proposed development. Chain link over six feet in height is not permitted in multifamily zones. Barbed wire (or any similar material hazardous to the public) is not permitted in any residential zone, except as authorized pursuant to section 33-1081.

  • (b) Sight distance. Observance of sight distance areas shall be provided at street corners, driveways, alleys, or similar locations. No solid fence over three feet in height shall be installed within the sight distance area necessary for clear view of oncoming vehicular and pedestrian traffic when waiting to proceed at a street corner or driveway. The sight distance at driveways shall be defined by a triangle formed connecting two points measured along each side of the driveway 10 feet from the street, and along the street 10 feet from the outermost point of the driveway return, as shown in Figure 33-1081.3. At non-signalized corners, the sight distance area is defined by the triangle formed by connecting two points

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City of Escondido, CA § 33-1081

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§ 33-1081

measured along each street frontage 25 feet from the curb return in each direction, as shown in Figure 33-1081.4. No solid fence over three feet in height above the curb grade nor other support structure (such as columns, posts, or pilasters) larger than 12 inches in diameter may be installed in this sight distance area unless approved by the engineering department. Sight distance on classified roads shall conform to the engineering department standards to the satisfaction of the city engineer.

  • (c) Accessibility. The design of the fence (including mechanical/electrical hardware such as knox boxes and intercoms) shall include provisions for access by emergency service personnel pursuant to the Fire and Uniform Security Codes, maintenance and service personnel, and pedestrians. Maintenance and service shall include, but not be limited to, landscape maintenance, postal service and delivery vehicles, utilities, and trash collection. Access to guest parking spaces shall be accommodated outside of the gate, rather than on the street. However, if the required guest parking is located inside the fence, a key pad entry system shall be provided for guest access.

nd pedestrians. Maintenance and service shall include, but not be limited to, landscape maintenance, postal service and delivery vehicles, utilities, and trash collection. Access to guest parking spaces shall be accommodated outside of the gate, rather than on the street. However, if the required guest parking is located inside the fence, a key pad entry system shall be provided for guest access.

  • (d) Security gates. Security gates across driveways or private streets shall be located so as to provide adequate vehicle stacking room on site, and to prevent stacking in the public rightof-way. Gates shall not open or swing into the public right-of-way. At least one gate shall be remote-activated and operated without having to leave the car. Automobiles that turn in the driveway and cannot enter through the gate must be able to turn around and exit in a forward manner onto the street. A turnaround area, escape lane, circular drive, or other method of egress shall be provided to the satisfaction of the planning division and the engineering department.

  • (e) Landscaping. In multifamily zones, fences along street frontages exceeding three and onehalf (3 ½) feet in height shall setback so that a five foot landscape area with trees, groundcover, and irrigation is provided between the back of the sidewalk and the fence facing the street. Proposed fence locations shall be designed to accommodate existing mature landscaping to the extent feasible.

  • (f) Play field fence buffering. Provisions for buffering shall incorporate heavy landscaping with tall plant materials to help offset the height of the fence.

  • (g) Play field fence construction. The fence shall utilize a combination of decorative wood or masonry up to six feet in height and chain link for the remaining nine feet.

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City of Escondido, CA

ESCONDIDO CODE

§ 33-1081

§ 33-1081

FENCE DESIGN EXAMPLES (SEE SECTION 33-1081 FOR SPECIFIC CRITERIA)

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  1. Chapter 6
  2. Division 2 — Routing
  3. Division 2 — Weed and Rubbish Abatement Program
  4. ▸ Division 1 — Generally
    Overview
    1. § 11-53. Created and established.
    2. § 11-54. Purpose.
    3. § 11-55. Membership.
    4. § 11-56. Members in classified service and subject to civil se…
    5. § 11-57. Personnel to obey fire chief and rules and regulation…
    6. § 11-63. Appointment; tenure.
    7. § 11-64. Qualifications.
    8. § 11-65. Status of employment.
    9. § 11-66. General authority.
    10. § 11-67. To perform duties prescribed by city manager.
    11. § 11-68. To aid enforcement of ordinances, report violations.
    12. § 11-69. Duty to promulgate and enforce rules, regulations for…
    13. § 11-70. Authority, duty to inspect buildings, premises and or…
    14. § 11-71. Right of entry to make inspections.
    15. § 11-72. Duty to investigate fires, maintain records.
    16. § 11-73. Duty to preserve order at fires.
    17. § 11-74. Provide instruction for department in first aid, etc.
    18. § 11-75. Duty to call fire drills; purpose of drills.
    19. § 11-76. Responsible for conduct of and property of department.
    20. § 11-77. Duty to recommend disciplinary action.
    21. § 11-78. Duty to make reports; contents.
    22. § 11-79. To submit annual budget.
    23. Chapter 20
    24. Chapter 32
    25. ▸ Chapter 33
      Overview
      1. § 33-1313. Penalty provisions.
      2. Article 1 — GENERAL PROVISIONS AND DEFINITIONS
      3. Article 2 — OPEN SPACE AND HAZARDOUS LANDS GENERALLY
      4. Article 3 — OPEN SPACE (OS) ZONE
      5. Article 4 — FLOOD PLAIN (FP) OVERLAY ZONE
      6. Article 5 — OPEN SPACE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
      7. Article 6 — RESIDENTIAL ZONES
      8. Article 9 — ANIMAL OVERLAY (AO) ZONE
      9. Article 11 — (RESERVED)
      10. Article 13 — (RESERVED)
      11. Article 16 — COMMERCIAL ZONES
      12. Article 18 — SPECIFIC PLAN (S-P) ZONE
      13. Article 19 — PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (P-D) ZONE
      14. Article 24 — (RESERVED)
      15. Article 25 — PARKING OF RECREATIONAL VEHICLES IN RESIDENTIAL Z…
      16. Article 26 — INDUSTRIAL ZONES
      17. Article 27 — EMERGENCY SHELTER OVERLAY
      18. Article 30 — HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL OVERLAY (H-C-O) ZONE
      19. Article 31 — SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT (S-T-P) OVERLAY ZONE
      20. Article 32 — BED AND BREAKFAST FACILITIES
      21. Article 33 — RECYCLING FACILITIES
      22. Article 34 — COMMUNICATION ANTENNAS
      23. Article 35 — OUTDOOR LIGHTING
      24. Article 36 — CARGO CONTAINER RESTRICTIONS
      25. Article 37 — PUBLIC ART
      26. Article 38 — MASSAGE ESTABLISHMENTS
      27. Article 39 — OFF-STREET PARKING
      28. Article 40 — HISTORICAL RESOURCES
      29. Article 41 — SENIOR HOUSING
      30. Article 42 — ADULT BUSINESSES
      31. Article 43 — ABANDONED SERVICE STATIONS
      32. Article 44 — HOME OCCUPATIONS
      33. Article 45 — MOBILEHOME PARKS
      34. Article 46 — TRAVEL TRAILER PARKS
      35. Article 47 — ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
      36. Article 48 — RELOCATION OF BUILDINGS
      37. Article 49 — AIR SPACE CONDOMINIUM AND COMMUNITY APARTMENT PRO…
      38. Article 52 — FREEWAY SIGN CONTROL
      39. Article 55 — GRADING AND EROSION CONTROL
      40. ▸ Article 56 — MISCELLANEOUS DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
        Overview
        1. § 33-1070. Purpose.
        2. § 33-1071. Prohibitions.
        3. § 33-1072. Minimum lot area to be preserved.
        4. § 33-1073. Lot area for public buildings and utility buildings…
        5. § 33-1074. Minimum lot area where portion taken for public use.
        6. § 33-1075. Permitted structures in excess of height limit.
        7. § 33-1076. (Reserved)
        8. § 33-1077. Minimum yard areas to be preserved.
        9. § 33-1078. Through lots to have two front yards.
        10. § 33-1079. Permissible coverage of required rear yard.
        11. § 33-1080 as required by the front or side setback requirement…
        12. § 33-1080. Fences, walls and hedges.
        13. § 33-1081. Fencing design criteria.
        14. § 33-1083 ==> picture [349 x 423] intentionally omitted <==
        15. § 33-1082. Separation walls.
        16. § 33-1083. General fence and wall provisions.
        17. § 33-1084. Panhandle lots permitted.
        18. § 33-1085. Mechanical equipment and devices.
        19. § 33-1086. Utilities.
        20. § 33-1087. Minor public utility structures—Setback encroachmen…
        21. § 33-1088. Condominium or other independent forms of conversio…
      41. Article 57 — MISCELLANEOUS USE RESTRICTIONS
      42. Article 58 — DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTS
  5. Division 1
  6. Division 2 — Variances and Administrative Adjustments
  7. Division 3 — Nonconforming Uses and Structures
  8. Division 4 — Amendments and Zone Changes
  9. Division 5 — Reasonable Accommodation
  10. Division 6 — Public Hearings, Notices, Fees and Appeals
  11. Division 7 — Enforcement and Penalties
  12. Division 8 — Plot Plans
  13. Division 9 — Zoning Administrator

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