Best Fence Installation in Santa Monica
Aluminum fence, privacy fence and gates for Santa Monica homes, planned around Santa Monica’s fence rules. Supplied from our showroom and installed through our licensed installation partners.
Fencing for Santa Monica Homes
Santa Monica is a coastal city of close-set homes, duplexes and apartment buildings, from the bluffs above the beach to the neighborhoods north of Montana Avenue near Santa Monica Canyon. Lots are often small, so every foot of fence matters.
The city keeps front yards open with low limits in the front setback, while allowing taller privacy fences along the side and rear. That combination suits a low, open aluminum fence in front and a fully closed one along the neighbors.
Close to the ocean, owners also want a fence that will not rot, warp or need constant painting. You can compare every style and finish in our Panorama City showroom before you decide.
How Fence Rules Work in Santa Monica
Santa Monica sets its own fence, wall and hedge rules in its zoning code. The general pattern:
- Front setbacks are kept low, so front yards stay open to the street.
- Side and rear yards allow taller fences for privacy, and hedges have their own limits.
- Going taller than the standard limits needs a modification approval from the city.
- Existing nonconforming fences can be registered with the city.
Ask Santa Monica Planning for the exact heights for your zone before ordering.
Source: City of Santa Monica, fire hazard severity 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 Santa Monica
Small lots, close neighbors
On narrow lots, a fully closed aluminum privacy fence along the side gives complete screening in very little space, and looks finished from both sides.
Multifamily buildings
Duplexes and apartment buildings often need privacy for ground-floor units and secure gates for shared side yards. Matching pedestrian gates keep it consistent.
North of Montana and the canyon edge
The state’s 2025 fire maps expanded hazard zones in the northern part of the city, next to Santa Monica Canyon and the Palisades. Our Zone 0 fence guide covers the rules for the area closest to the home.
Coastal air
Near the beach, salt air is hard on painted steel and raw wood. An occasional fresh-water rinse keeps a powder-coated aluminum fence looking its best; ask us about care for oceanfront homes.
Open front yards
With front setbacks kept low, a low, open aluminum fence with a matching walk gate gives a finished, welcoming frontage.
Pools and patios
Aluminum pool fencing and decorative screens suit Santa Monica’s compact backyards and patios.
Planning with neighbors
With homes so close together, most Santa Monica side and rear fences are shared. Talking with neighbors early about height, style and finish makes the project smoother, and aluminum panels look finished from both sides, so nobody gets the back of the fence.
Bike and trash enclosures
On small lots, aluminum panels and a matching gate can neatly screen bins, bikes and equipment along a side yard, keeping the property tidy without building a separate structure.
Replacing old wood fencing
Many Santa Monica fences are aging wood that has grayed, warped or leaned. Aluminum replaces it with a straight, clean line that keeps its finish for years with no staining or painting.
Duplex and courtyard gates
Courtyard buildings and duplexes often share a walkway to the back units. A matching aluminum pedestrian gate there keeps the entry secure and consistent with the front fence.
Fences That Suit Santa Monica
Options for small lots, multifamily buildings and coastal homes.
Aluminum privacy fence
Fully closed Linea for narrow side yards, up to the height allowed. See privacy fence
Open aluminum fence
Low, open Hampton panels for front yards. See Hampton
Pedestrian gates
Matching walk gates for front yards and shared side yards. See gates
Our Fences in Person and on Real Homes
Real projects from our other areas, and the same fences on display in our showroom.
How a Santa Monica Fence Project Works
- See the options. Visit the showroom to compare privacy and open styles, 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 front yard and side yards.
- Get a clear package. We put together panels, posts, gates and hardware for your layout, with Santa Monica’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 Pacific Palisades, Brentwood, Venice and Mar Vista. Browse all areas we serve, or read how fence installation in Los Angeles works with Lumina.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you install fences in Santa Monica?
Yes, we do. We install through our licensed installation partners. We supply the fence, gates and hardware from our showroom.
How tall can a fence be in Santa Monica?
Front setbacks are kept low and side and rear yards allow taller privacy fences. Ask Santa Monica Planning for the exact limits for your zone, and we will plan around them.
What fence works best on a narrow lot?
A fully closed aluminum fence like Linea gives full privacy in very little space and never needs painting.
Do you have gates for shared side yards?
Yes. Matching aluminum pedestrian gates work well for shared side yards on duplexes and apartment buildings, and they never need painting.
Is my home in a fire hazard zone?
The state’s 2025 maps expanded hazard zones in the northern part of Santa Monica. Check the city’s fire hazard zone map for your address.
How do I care for an aluminum fence near the beach?
An occasional fresh-water rinse keeps a powder-coated aluminum fence looking its best. It never needs painting or staining.
Do you supply contractors and builders in Santa Monica?
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 Santa Monica?
Visit the showroom or send your address and a few photos. We will help you choose the right fence for your Santa Monica property, and install it through our licensed installation partners.