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Fence Rules in Hart County, Georgia
Which fence rules apply in Hart 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 Hart County at a glance
In Unincorporated Hart County, fence height limits are: front yards, No county fence height limit. The county has no zoning ordinance; side and rear yards, No county fence height limit.
Unconfirmed: the county's own permit sections cover buildings and never name fences. Ask Building Permitting whether your fence needs a permit before you build. County permits cover unincorporated land only, not Hartwell; Hart County Building Permitting · 706-376-1468; 800 Chandler Street, Hartwell, GA 30643.
On corner lots in Unincorporated Hart County: No rule keeps street corners clear of fences; Subdivision and duplex corner lots: the 40 to 100 ft setback from the road right-of-way applies along both roads, but the code does not say whether it covers fences. Ask Building Permitting; Hart County Code Secs. 46-191, 18-102.
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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