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Fence Rules in Rockdale County, Georgia
Which fence rules apply in Rockdale 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 Rockdale County at a glance
In Unincorporated Rockdale County, fence height limits are: Residential districts: 4 ft max along any street; Commercial, office and mixed-use: 6 ft max; Industrial: 6 ft max, or as Sec. 218-13 specifies; Most side and back yards: 6 ft max; Industrial side and back yards: 8 ft max; If your side or back line runs along a street, the street limit applies.
Required only for a fence over 7 ft.
On corner lots in Unincorporated Rockdale County: Adequate sight distance is required per county DOT standards, with increased setbacks from the right-of-way.
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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