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Fence Rules in Dawson County, Georgia
Which fence rules apply in Dawson 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 Dawson County at a glance
In Unincorporated Dawson County, fence height limits are: front yards, No county fence height limit, except 36 in max at the corner where two streets meet (see corner lots); side and rear yards, No county fence height limit, except 36 in max at the corner where two streets meet (see corner lots).
Required only for a fence over 7 ft. A fence 7 ft or under needs no county building permit; over 7 ft the permit fee is $100. In a flood zone, ask Community Development first whether a flood development permit applies; Apply through the county's Citizen Self Service Portal; Community Development · 706-344-3604; 25 Justice Way, Dawsonville, GA 30534.
On corner lots in Unincorporated Dawson County: Where two streets, or a street and a highway, meet, keep a clear vision area at the corner: no fence, wall, sign or planting over 36 in tall. The code gives no size for that area. Along a street, a fence may not impair the view of approaching traffic where safety requires it; Dawson County Code Sec. 42-64.
These county rules apply outside city limits. Inside a city, that city's ordinance applies. Choose your city below. Last verified October 22, 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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