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Fence Rules in Baldwin County, Georgia
Which fence rules apply in Baldwin County depends on where your property sits: each city sets its own ordinance, unincorporated areas follow county code, and historic districts can add stricter requirements. The fastest way to be sure is to look up your exact address.
Unincorporated Baldwin County at a glance
In Unincorporated Baldwin County, fence height limits are: front yards, No fence height limit in the county code. The county has no zoning ordinance; ask Planning & Development whether its building setbacks reach fences (see setbacks); side and rear yards, No fence height limit in the county code.
Unconfirmed for fences: the county's land code requires a permit before anything over 12 in tall is erected, but no county permit rule or form names fences. The county's permits page says permits are needed for any work valued over $1,000. Ask Planning & Development before you build; Planning & Development · 478-445-4205 · permits@baldwincountyga.com.
On corner lots in Unincorporated Baldwin County: The county's land code has no rule keeping street corners clear for drivers' view; Unconfirmed for fences: on a corner lot, the road setback (see setbacks) applies along both streets. On a local side street the administrator may reduce it, but not below the side setback. Ask Planning & Development.
These county rules apply outside city limits. Inside a city, that city's ordinance applies. Choose your city below. Last verified October 23, 2026.
Cities & Towns
Inside city limits, the city's fence ordinance applies.
Unincorporated Areas
Outside any city limits, the county's rules apply.
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