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Fence Rules in Coweta County, Georgia
Which fence rules apply in Coweta 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 Coweta County at a glance
In Unincorporated Coweta County, fence height limits are: front yards, No countywide limit. The code sets no general fence height for homes; Mill village zoning (Arnco, Sargent, East Newnan), Sec. 133.2: 4 ft max; side and rear yards, No countywide limit; Mill village zoning, Sec. 133.2: 8 ft max.
Not required for a fence; Exception: pool fencing does need a building permit; Building Permits & Inspections: 770-254-2660, buildinginfo@coweta.ga.us, 22 East Broad Street, Newnan.
On corner lots in Unincorporated Coweta County: Keep the view clear at intersections: no sight-blocking wall, fence or planting over 30 in tall in the triangle measured 20 ft along the property lines from where two streets meet, or 15 ft where a street meets an alley; Tree branches must be trimmed above 8 ft.
These county rules apply outside city limits. Inside a city, that city's ordinance applies. Choose your city below. Last verified August 29, 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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