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Best Fence Installation in West Hollywood

Modern aluminum fence, see-through front fences and gates for West Hollywood homes and buildings, planned around West Hollywood’s fence rules. Installed through our licensed installation partners.

Fencing for West Hollywood Homes

West Hollywood is a small, dense city between Beverly Hills and Hollywood, with single-family streets, duplexes, apartment buildings and busy commercial corridors side by side. Lots are compact, and the fence is often the first thing people see.

West Hollywood’s fence code rewards good design. A solid front fence has to stay low, but a more see-through fence can go taller. That is a natural fit for aluminum, whether vertical pickets or spaced modern slats: you get height and security at the street without a blank wall.

Homes that back onto commercial properties can, with approval, have a taller solid wall. You can compare every slat profile and finish in our Panorama City showroom before you decide.

CityCity of West Hollywood
ZIP codes90069, 90046, 90048
Front fencesTaller if see-through
LotsCompact, mixed use

How Fence Rules Work in West Hollywood

West Hollywood sets its own fence and wall rules in its zoning code. The general pattern rewards good design:

  • Front and street-side setbacks: solid fences are kept low, while more see-through fences can go taller.
  • Interior side and rear yards allow privacy fences.
  • Next to commercial uses, a taller solid wall may be allowed with city approval.
  • Chain link is generally limited to temporary use.

Ask West Hollywood Planning for the exact heights and openness required for your lot before ordering.

Source: City of West Hollywood, fire hazard severity zone maps. 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 West Hollywood

The 50 percent rule

To go taller in front, the fence has to be more open. Aluminum pickets or slats with generous spacing do that comfortably and still look modern.

Compact lots

On small lots, a slim aluminum fence takes up less space than a block wall and leaves more room for planting.

Backing onto commercial streets

Homes near Sunset, Santa Monica Boulevard and other corridors can ask for a taller solid wall along the commercial side. A closed aluminum privacy fence along the side and rear is another option.

Multifamily and courtyards

Apartment and courtyard buildings need secure pedestrian gates and clean fencing for shared spaces. Matching gates keep it consistent.

Hillside streets north of Sunset

Streets climbing toward the hills have steeper lots. Aluminum panels step down a slope and keep their lines level.

Modern architecture

West Hollywood’s contemporary homes pair naturally with horizontal aluminum slats in black or a wood-look finish.

Privacy for ground-floor living

On busy streets, ground-floor windows and patios need screening. A see-through front fence keeps the street presence light, while a closed aluminum privacy fence along the side and rear gives the private outdoor space many West Hollywood homes lack.

Neighbors and shared lines

On compact lots, side and rear fences are almost always shared. Aluminum panels look finished from both faces, which makes the conversation with neighbors simpler, and individual panels can be replaced without rebuilding the run.

Low maintenance in the city

Powder-coated aluminum does not rot, rust or need painting, so it keeps looking sharp with nothing more than an occasional rinse.

Courtyard living

Many West Hollywood homes and buildings center on a courtyard or patio as their main outdoor space. Decorative aluminum panels can screen those spaces from neighbors and the street while letting light and air through, and they never need repainting.

Security without a blank wall

On busy streets, owners want a secure gate and fence without turning the frontage into a wall. An open aluminum fence with a self-closing pedestrian gate does both.

Recommended

Fences That Suit West Hollywood

See-through front fences, privacy fences and gates.

Open aluminum fence

Hampton pickets give an open, see-through front fence. See Hampton

Horizontal slat fence

Ridgeline and Summit slats for a modern street presence. See aluminum fence

Pedestrian gates

Secure walk gates for homes and courtyard buildings. See gates

See the work

Our Fences in Person and on Real Homes

Real projects from our other areas, and the same fences on display in our showroom.

Installed black horizontal aluminum fence at the Lumina showroom
Horizontal fence installed at our showroom.
Hampton aluminum fence and gate with vertical slats at a Westlake Village home
Hampton vertical slats, Westlake Village.
Leaf decorative aluminum panels at a Westlake Village entry
Leaf decorative panels, Westlake Village.

How a West Hollywood Fence Project Works

  1. See the options. Visit the showroom to compare see-through and privacy styles, or call (818) 647-0007.
  2. Share your property. Send your address, the length of each run, gate openings and a few photos, especially of the front setback.
  3. Get a clear package. We put together panels, posts, gates and hardware for your layout, with West Hollywood’s rules for your lot in mind.
  4. 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 Beverly Hills, Hollywood, the Hollywood Hills and Fairfax. Browse all areas we serve, or read how fence installation in Los Angeles works with Lumina.

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you install fences in West Hollywood?

Yes, we do. We install through our licensed installation partners. We supply the fence, gates and hardware from our showroom in Panorama City.

Can a front fence be taller if it is see-through?

In West Hollywood, see-through front fences can generally go taller than solid ones. Ask the city for the exact height and openness required for your lot.

What fence style works for a see-through front fence?

Aluminum pickets or slats with open spacing, such as Hampton, give height and security while keeping the street view.

Can I build a taller wall next to a commercial property?

West Hollywood can allow a taller solid wall next to commercial uses, with city approval.

Is chain link allowed?

Chain link is generally limited to temporary use. Aluminum is the permanent, cleaner option.

Which finish suits a modern West Hollywood home?

Black is the most requested finish for contemporary homes, and wood-look aluminum adds warmth without staining. Compare them side by side in our showroom.

Do you supply contractors and builders in West Hollywood?

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.

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.

Planning a Fence in West Hollywood?

Visit the showroom or send your address and a few photos. We will help you choose the right fence for your West Hollywood property, and install it through our licensed installation partners.

14600 Arminta St, Panorama City, CA 91402Mon–Fri 8 am – 5 pmSun 10 am – 4 pm by appointment