Building on your lot in Parlier

Each rule below is marked Parlier code or CA state law and links to the section it comes from (checked October 2026). General information, not legal advice.

Fences and walls

Parlier code What Parlier's code adds
Height anywhere on the lot	No fence or wall of any type over 6 feet. Applies: On lots in the T-P (trailer park) district. § 18.20.140 · code text Within the trailer park district, there shall not be located on any lot a fence or wall, of any type, higher than six feet.

Sheds, garages and other accessory structures

Parlier code What Parlier's code adds
Maximum height	No more than 7 feet. Applies: Accessory buildings in the R-1 single-family district. Garages and carports: 1 story, up to 12 feet to plate height. § 18.14.090 · code text No accessory building erected in this district shall have a height greater than seven feet.

Swimming pools

Parlier code What Parlier's code adds
Pool barrier	Fencing or walls must fully enclose the pool. § 18.14.130 · code text Swimming pools shall be entirely enclosed by fencing or walls at least six feet in height All fencing must be in place and city-approved before the pool is filled. § 18.14.130 · code text All fencing must be in place and approved by the city before water is run into the pool.
Barrier height	At least 6 feet tall. § 18.14.130 · code text Swimming pools shall be entirely enclosed by fencing or walls at least six feet in height
Equipment and alarms	Pool lights must be hooded so they do not shine on neighboring properties. § 18.14.130 · code text All light for pools shall be hooded so the light will not shine on the abutting properties.
Gates	Self-latching gates or doors, with the latch at least 4 feet above the ground. § 18.14.130 · code text the enclosure shall be equipped with self-latching gates doors, the latching being located not less than four feet above the ground.
Setback from property lines	At least 8 feet from the rear lot line. § 18.14.130 · code text 8 feet from rear lot line

Pets, chickens and bees

Parlier code What Parlier's code adds
Large animals	At most 2 adult animals per lot, farm or ranch, plus their young; more needs a revocable council permit. Applies: Applies to animals other than household pets, only on 1 acre or more. § 7.08.090 · code text Provided further, that the total number on any one lot, site, farm, or ranch shall not exceed two adult animals and their immature offspring, unless by revocable special permit of the council after a recommendation by the health officer of the city that the keeping of additional animals will not be detrimental to the health, safety and welfare of the abutting property owners.
Permit	Yes, a permit from the city council. Applies: Applies to animals other than household pets. § 7.08.050 · code text It is unlawful for any person, firm, corporation or other entity to keep, own or maintain any animal, other than household pets, without having first applied for and obtained a permit from the city council in the manner prescribed by this chapter.

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Frequently asked questions

How tall can a fence be in Parlier?

In the T-P trailer park district, fences are limited to 6 feet.

How big can a shed or accessory building be in Parlier?

In the R-1 district, Parlier sets a 7-foot standard for accessory buildings; garages and carports: 1 story, at most 12 feet to plate height.

What are the pool fence and setback rules in Parlier?

Parlier's code: Fencing or walls must fully enclose the pool. (§ 18.14.130); At least 6 feet tall. (§ 18.14.130).

Can I keep chickens or bees at my home in Parlier?

Parlier's code: At most 2 adult animals per lot, farm or ranch, plus their young; more needs a revocable council permit. (Applies to animals other than household pets, only on 1 acre or more.) (§ 7.08.090); Yes, a permit from the city council. (Applies to animals other than household pets.) (§ 7.08.050).

General information, not legal advice.