Fence Installation in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Legacy Fence is a licensed, bonded, and insured fence contractor (CSLB Lic. #1085306) proudly serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and the greater Orange County area. Whether you're looking for a more decorative look for your front yard or a low-maintenance solution for your backyard, our team installs vinyl, wood, chain link, and wrought iron fencing built to last.

Fencing Services We Offer in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

White full privacy vinyl fence panels installed along a backyard
White Full Privacy Vinyl
Wood dog ear fence installed along a backyard patio
Wood Dog Ear
White vinyl picket fencing installed in a backyard
Picket Fence
Vinyl wall topper installed on top of a block wall
Wall Topper Vinyl
Black wrought iron fencing along a backyard with turf
Iron
Why Homeowners Choose Us
Built On Quality And Trust
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Licensed, Bonded & Insured
We're fully licensed, bonded, and insured (CSLB Lic. #1085306), so your project is protected from the first call to the final walkthrough.
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Quality Materials
We install vinyl, wood, and chain link fencing — all chosen for durability, so your fence holds up for years, not just seasons.
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Built Around Your Property
Want a decorative look or something low-maintenance? We tailor every fence to fit your home and how you actually use your yard.
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Proudly Serving Orange County
We serve Tustin, Santa Ana, Irvine, Anaheim, and the greater Orange County area.
Local Guidelines
Fence Rules & Permits in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

A few things to consider before you install a fence in Rancho Santa Margarita. These are general guidelines — always confirm current requirements with the City before you start.

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Front Yard Height
Fences and walls in the required front setback are generally limited to 3.5 feet; an open or pierced upper portion may be allowed above that, subject to sight-distance verification.
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Side & Rear Yard Height
Side and rear yard fences can generally go up to 6 feet, with an allowance for up to 8 feet where a site adjoins a highway or arterial within the noise contour.
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When You Need a Permit
Walls above 6 feet require administrative approval, and walls above 8 feet require discretionary review.
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Corner Lots & Sight Lines
Within 10 feet of a street corner, fencing is limited to 3 feet to preserve sight distance.
Good to Know
If your home is part of an HOA, check your community's CC&Rs before installing — many HOAs add their own material and height rules on top of the City's. Building a pool or spa? California's Pool Safety Act (Health & Safety Code §115922–115923) requires at least two independent, approved drowning-prevention features, such as a 60-inch enclosure. Fence codes can change, so we always recommend confirming current requirements with the Rancho Santa Margarita Development Services Department before you start. Have questions about your property? Contact Legacy Fence and we'll help you sort it out.
Source: Rancho Santa Margarita Municipal Code § 9.04.070 (confirm current figures directly with the city).

What Our Customers Say

Yelp★★★★★

Put up our fence in three days! Very impressive and they did a good job. Highly recommend to others!

Mark V. · Las Vegas, NV
Mar 2026
Yelp★★★★★

Jose was awesome, great company — fence was done quickly and the crew was clean and efficient. Very competitive price. Highly recommend.

Morris H. · Buena Park, CA
May 2026
Yelp★★★★★

We could not be happier with their service and craftsmanship! Cristian was informative and provided a fair quote — the crew showed up on time, clean, considerate, and efficient. Quality materials, and the job was done in a day. We're grateful for the beauty and security.

Jodi G. · Pomona, CA
Aug 2026
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