Best Fence Installation in Tarzana
Aluminum fence, gated entries and privacy fence for Tarzana homes, from the flat blocks north of Ventura Boulevard to the hillside estates in the Santa Monica Mountains. Supplied from our showroom and installed through our licensed installation partners.
Fencing for Tarzana Homes
Tarzana sits between Encino and Woodland Hills, about twenty minutes from our showroom. The blocks north of Ventura Boulevard are flat and residential, while the hills to the south hold larger estate properties with long driveways and views across the Valley.
Estate homes in the Tarzana hills usually need a gated entry, a long perimeter run and privacy that does not look heavy. Homes on the flat side are more about side-yard privacy and a neat front fence. We see both regularly, and our Encino hillside project next door is a good picture of what a Ridgeline fence looks like on this kind of terrain.
Every style below is in our Panorama City showroom, so you can compare slat sizes, finishes and gate types side by side before you commit.
Tarzana Fence Height Rules
Tarzana is a neighborhood of the City of Los Angeles, so the city zoning code and the Department of Building and Safety set fence heights.
- Front yard: up to 3.5 feet in most residential (R) zones, or 6 feet on lots zoned A or RA. Taller front fences need City Planning approval.
- Side and rear yards: up to 8 feet on lots at least 40 feet wide and outside a hillside area. On hillside-area lots, or lots narrower than 40 feet, the limit is 6 feet.
- Permits: masonry or concrete walls over 3.5 feet need a building permit from LADBS.
In the Tarzana hills the hillside rule is the one to watch: side and rear fences are capped at 6 feet there. Some Tarzana lots are zoned RA, which allows a front fence up to 6 feet. Your parcel’s zone is listed on the city ZIMAS map.
Source: LADBS, Heights of Fences in Residential Zones. Rules change and individual lots can have special conditions, so confirm with the city before you order. We are glad to help you plan around them.
What Shapes a Fence in Tarzana
Gated estate entries
A long driveway usually means a sliding or double swing gate as the centerpiece of the fence. Choosing the gate first, then matching the fence to it, gives the most finished look.
Hillside lots
Slopes need posts placed to the grade and panels stepped so the lines stay level. Open styles suit the view side; closed styles suit the neighbors.
Mulholland Scenic Parkway
Tarzana properties near Mulholland Drive can fall inside the Mulholland Scenic Parkway Specific Plan, which controls materials for fences and walls visible from the parkway. Ask the city if you are close to Mulholland.
Fire hazard areas
Parts of the Tarzana hills are in the city’s Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone. See our Zone 0 fence guide for the rules on the space nearest the home.
Long perimeter runs
On a large property, upkeep is the real cost of a fence. Powder-coated aluminum does not rot or rust and never needs repainting, so a long run stays looking new.
Privacy without a heavy wall
Many Tarzana owners want privacy from the street but do not want a block wall that closes the property in. Horizontal aluminum slats set close together give that privacy while still reading as a designed fence, and the slim profile keeps a large frontage from feeling like a fortress.
Fences That Suit Tarzana
Options we recommend most for estate and hillside homes.
Sliding and swing gates
Driveway gates in the same slat as your fence, sized for wide entries. See gates
Aluminum privacy fence
Linea, Ridgeline and Summit for privacy along neighbors and the street. See privacy fence
Aluminum fence
Open, elegant Hampton panels for view sides and front yards. See Hampton
Our Fences in Person and on Real Homes
The same fences on real homes in nearby Encino and Westlake Village, and on display in our showroom.
How a Tarzana Fence Project Works
- See the options. Visit the showroom to compare gates and fence styles side by side, or call (818) 647-0007.
- Share your property. Send your address, the length of each run, gate openings and a few photos, especially of the driveway, slopes and the street side.
- Get a clear package. We put together panels, posts, gates and hardware for your layout, with Tarzana’s rules for your lot in mind.
- Installation. Yes, we do install. We install through our licensed installation partners, or we can supply your own contractor.
Nearby Areas
We also work in Reseda, Topanga, Woodland Hills and Encino. Browse all areas we serve, or read how fence installation in Los Angeles works with Lumina.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you install fences in Tarzana?
Yes, we do. We install through our licensed installation partners. We supply the fence, gates and hardware from our Panorama City showroom.
How tall can a fence be in Tarzana?
Tarzana follows City of Los Angeles rules: generally 3.5 feet in the front yard and up to 8 feet on the side and rear of wide flat lots. Hillside-area lots are limited to 6 feet on the side and rear. RA-zoned lots can have front fences up to 6 feet.
What gate works best for a long, sloped driveway?
A sliding gate usually works best, because it does not need flat ground to swing open. On level driveways, a double swing gate is a classic choice.
Does the Mulholland plan affect Tarzana fences?
It can, for properties near Mulholland Drive where the fence is visible from the parkway. Ask the city about your parcel before ordering.
Can I match the gate and fence exactly?
Yes. Every Lumina aluminum series has pedestrian, double swing and sliding gates in the same slat and finish as the fence.
Can I see the fences before I decide?
Yes. Visit our showroom at 14600 Arminta St, Panorama City, Monday to Friday 8 am to 5 pm, or Sunday 10 am to 4 pm by appointment.
Do you supply contractors working in Tarzana?
Yes. Contractors and builders buy aluminum fence, gates and posts from us for their own projects. Call (818) 647-0007 or see our wholesale page.
Planning a Fence in Tarzana?
Visit the showroom or send your address and a few photos. We will help you choose the right fence for your Tarzana property, and install it through our licensed installation partners.