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Fence Rules in Thomas County, Georgia
Which fence rules apply in Thomas 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 Thomas County at a glance
In Unincorporated Thomas County, fence height limits are: front yards, Refer to Thomas County Land Use and Storage Ordinance (Appendix A) on Municode; side and rear yards, Refer to Thomas County Land Use and Storage Ordinance on Municode.
Building permit required. Contact Thomas County Inspections, Planning, Zoning, and Code Enforcement at (229) 225-4120. Director: Kendall C. Gay.
Pool fences in Unincorporated Thomas County: Georgia state minimum: 48-inch barrier, self-closing/self-latching gate.
These county rules apply outside city limits. Inside a city, that city's ordinance applies. Choose your city below.
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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