Fence Height Ordinance Unconstitutional?

[Bill12]

California.

I live in Los Angeles. There is a city ordinance that a front fence can't be higher than 3 1/2 feet. We've been robbed 5 times, vandalized 2 times. I built an 8 foot fence. My neighbor turned me in to the city. They are saying I have to remove it or get a variance - which a friend did - it took him several years and cost several thousands of dollars and he said it was one of the most upsetting, trying experiences he's ever gone through.

My question is: Could this ordinance be unconstitutional in any way? To me, this falls under the right to bear arms. Since the constitution is not specific as to what arms are, I looked it up in the dictionary. One of the many definitions is - "To prepare oneself for warfare or conflict." Since the fence went up there has not been a robbery or vandalism.

Can anybody site any cases where property owners have a constitutional right to fence their property?

Thank you!!! What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? California

[JETX]

Originally Posted by Bill12

Could this ordinance be unconstitutional in any way?

ROTFLMAO!!
No.
Maybe you mean that bears should be armed??

To me, this falls under the right to bear arms.

It doesn't.

A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.

Can anybody site any cases where property owners have a constitutional right to fence their property?

No.... because such a case does not exist.
Mayb

[Kiawah]

Perhaps if you built a moat around your house and it was deep enough, they'd consider it a swimming pool, and then you would have to have it fenced in. Add one good drawbridge and you're good to go.

[HomeGuru]

Maybe you mean that bears should be armed??


**A: I totally agree especially during salmon season.