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Fence Rules in Chatham County, Georgia
Which fence rules apply in Chatham 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 Chatham County at a glance
In Unincorporated Chatham County, fence height limits are: Front yards: 6 ft max on a residential lot; Pin Point Historic District: 3 ft in front of the house. Maridon and New Ogeechee historic properties: 36 in; Side yards: 6 ft max. Back yards: 8 ft max; Pin Point Historic District: 6 ft on the side and back lot lines.
Required for every fence and wall, at any height; Submit in person: the checklist affidavit that comes with the form, two copies of a site plan with the fence marked, two sets of construction drawings, Environmental Health approval if the lot has a septic tank, and a homeowner affidavit if you build it yourself. Not accepted by fax or email.
On corner lots in Unincorporated Chatham County: Keep the sight triangle clear between 3 ft and 10 ft above the road. It runs 40 ft back from the corner along each right-of-way line; the County Engineer can enlarge or shrink it; Applies in every zoning district.
These county rules apply outside city limits. Inside a city, that city's ordinance applies. Choose your city below. Last verified September 5, 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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