California rule status, Nov 10, 2026: adopted, not in forceRule status, Nov 10, 2026: not in force
Based on your answers
Your fence is outside the 5 foot zone
Based on your answers: the fence and gate provisions in the adopted state rule cover fences within 5 feet of the house, including any fence that attaches to it or comes within 1 foot of it. A fence that stays farther out would not be touched by them.
Your city or your insurer can still have its own expectations.
None of this is in force yet: the Board of Forestry adopted the rule on Aug 19, 2026, and it was not in effect when we last checked on Nov 10, 2026.
Look up your fire hazard severity zone (CAL FIRE map, opens their site)