Taylor County
Fence Rules in Butler, Georgia
Last updated May 26, 2026
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Fence Regulations
Butler
Permit Requirements
Fence permit required. Must submit survey or plot plan drawn to scale showing lot shape, existing buildings, and proposed fence location.
Height - Front Yard
4 feet maximum in front yard or yard abutting a street
Height - Side/Rear
6.5 feet maximum in side or rear yard (residential). Within buildable area: 6.5 feet maximum.
Height Notes
Section 260-10 General Regulations and Section 260-89.1 Miscellaneous Development Standards. Schools/playgrounds/parks: 10ft max. Commercial/industrial (not abutting residential): 10ft max.
Pool Fences
Corner Lots
When front yard fence interferes with sight distances, Zoning Officer shall modify height requirements to maintain proper sight distances
Materials Allowed
Not specified beyond general standards
Materials Prohibited
Barbed wire and razor wire prohibited in R-O, R-1, R-2, R-3, C-1, and C-2 zoning districts
Setbacks
Recommended placement: 6 inches in from the property line
Design Requirements
Not specified beyond general standards
Notes
Taylor County seat (~1,900 pop). Detailed fence regulations. Permit with survey/plot plan required. 4ft front, 6.5ft side/rear. Barbed/razor wire prohibited in residential and commercial.
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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