Lamar County
Fence Rules in Barnesville, Georgia
Last updated May 26, 2026
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
Fence Regulations
Barnesville
Permit Requirements
Contact Building and Zoning Department at 770-358-6290 ext. 1 for fence requirements.
Height - Front Yard
See city Zoning Ordinance (PDF articles on city website)
Height - Side/Rear
See city Zoning Ordinance (PDF articles on city website)
Height Notes
Separate zoning ordinance from county. Articles V (General Standards), VII (Dimensional Requirements), and VIII (Supplementary Standards) may contain fence provisions.
Pool Fences
Corner Lots
Not specified in accessible documents
Materials Allowed
Not specified in accessible documents
Materials Prohibited
Not specified in accessible documents
Setbacks
Not specified in accessible documents
Design Requirements
Not specified in accessible documents
Notes
Lamar County seat (~6,800 pop). Has its own zoning ordinance with articles available as PDFs. Contact Building & Zoning at 133 Forsyth Street, Suite 1.
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.
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