Geography
Rules vary by location
Two city briefings currently meet the source standard. Coverage expands only after official links, scope notes and review dates are complete.
CA
California
California cities tend to be specific about fence height in front yards, accessory-dwelling rules, and wildfire-adjacent building. State ADU law overlays local zoning — it does not erase building permits.
1 verified city briefing
TX
Texas
Many Texas cities are comparatively straightforward on fences and sheds, with HOAs doing as much gating as the building department. Always separate city code from deed restrictions.
1 verified city briefing
Research queue
Florida, New York, Colorado, Washington, Arizona, North Carolina, Illinois, Georgia remain outside search until a city-level official-source review is completed.