GeorgiaFence Rules

Richmond County

Fence Rules in Augusta, Georgia

Last verified: May 26, 2026

This page is maintained manually and may not reflect very recent ordinance changes — always confirm current rules with your local permitting office.

For information only. Fence rules change frequently and this site may not reflect every requirement that applies to your property (HOA covenants, easements, variances, recent amendments). Always verify with your local permitting office before building. Full disclaimer

At a glance

In Augusta, the maximum fence height is typically 6 ft in side and rear yards and 4 ft in front yards.

Yes — a fence permit is required in Augusta. Most residential fences do not require a building permit. Fences in historic districts may require review. Contact Planning & Development for specifics.

On corner lots in Augusta: No fence, hedge, bushes, or obstruction over 3 feet permitted at corner intersections. Triangle formed by 60-foot legs along street centerlines. Applies where either street is less than 60 feet wide.

Pool fences in Augusta: Must comply with state pool barrier codes.

Fence setbacks in Augusta: Cannot encroach on public right-of-way. Corner lot triangle restrictions.

Prohibited fence materials in Augusta: Not specified beyond general standards.

Fence Regulations

Augusta

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Permit Requirements
Most residential fences do not require a building permit. Fences in historic districts may require review. Contact Planning & Development for specifics.
Height - Front Yard
4 feet maximum for fences, latticework screens, and walls (including street-facing side yards)
Height - Side/Rear
6 feet maximum for fences, latticework screens, and walls
Height Notes
Augusta-Richmond County fence regulations. Front yards include street-facing side yards on corner lots.
Pool Fences
View Pool Fence Safety Requirements
Corner Lots
No fence, hedge, bushes, or obstruction over 3 feet permitted at corner intersections. Triangle formed by 60-foot legs along street centerlines. Applies where either street is less than 60 feet wide.
Materials Allowed
Standard residential fencing materials including latticework screens
Materials Prohibited
Not specified beyond general standards
Historic Districts
Augusta has historic districts including Summerville, Olde Town, Laney-Walker/Bethlehem — fences may require historic review
Setbacks
Cannot encroach on public right-of-way. Corner lot triangle restrictions.
Design Requirements
Per zoning ordinance. Historic districts may have additional design requirements.
Floodplain Rules
Savannah River and canal floodplain — check with Planning if near waterways
Source
https://www.augustaga.gov/189/Fence-Corner-Lot-Requirements
Notes
Augusta-Richmond is a consolidated city-county government. Planning & Development: 706-821-1796. Corner lot diagram available on city website.

Rules can vary within a jurisdiction — historic districts and zoning overlays often have stricter requirements. Look up your exact address to confirm which rules apply to your property.

Other jurisdictions in Richmond County

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