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Fence Rules in Stephens County, Georgia
Which fence rules apply in Stephens 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 Stephens County — at a glance
In Unincorporated Stephens County, fence height limits are: front yards — No local restrictions — fences excluded from land use regulations; side and rear yards — No local restrictions — fences excluded from land use regulations.
Yes — a fence permit is required in Unincorporated Stephens County. No fence permit required. Fences are explicitly excluded from the land use regulations — Section 59-1417 states fences shall not be considered structures or buildings and are excluded from regulations.
On corner lots in Unincorporated Stephens County: No fence obstructing sight lines between 2 and 12 feet above roadway within triangular area at 25 feet from intersection. Barbed wire or hog wire fences are exempt from this visibility rule (Section 59-1412).
These county rules apply outside city limits. Inside a city, that city's ordinance applies — choose your city below. Last verified May 26, 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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