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Fence Rules in Spalding County, Georgia
Which fence rules apply in Spalding 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 Spalding County at a glance
In Unincorporated Spalding County, fence height limits are: front yards, 4 ft max; Applies on land zoned AR-1, AR-2, R-1A, R-1, R-2A, R-2, R-3, R-4, R-5, R-6, C-1, C-1A, PDD, VN, AAR, PRRRD or O&I; side and rear yards, Capped at 6 ft; If that side of your lot runs along a street it is a front yard: 4 ft max.
Not required for a fence that meets the county zoning ordinance; Permits run through Community Development. Permit intake: 770-467-4219. Building official and inspections are outsourced to Charles Abbott & Associates: 866-530-4980.
On corner lots in Unincorporated Spalding County: Both yards that run along a street count as front yards, so the 4 ft front-yard limit applies on both street sides, not 6 ft. Sec. 202, front yard definition; The county sets no sight triangle rule for fences.
These county rules apply outside city limits. Inside a city, that city's ordinance applies. Choose your city below. Last verified August 31, 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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