Fulton County
Fence Rules in Chattahoochee Hills, 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
Chattahoochee Hills
Permit Requirements
Fence and Retaining Wall Permit Application required. Fence and Wall Checklist available. Contact (770) 463-6578.
Height - Front Yard
Per Unified Development Code (page 57)
Height - Side/Rear
Per Unified Development Code (page 57)
Height Notes
70-80% open space preservation requirement affects fencing in some areas. 20-acre minimum lot size in rural district.
Pool Fences
Corner Lots
Standard visibility requirements
Materials Allowed
Standard residential materials
Materials Prohibited
Not specifically listed
Historic Districts
N/A
Setbacks
Preservation buffers may affect fence placement
Design Requirements
Unified Development Code includes Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) provisions
Gates
Not specifically addressed
Retaining Walls
Separate permit application required
Notes
Rural character preservation city. UDC adopted 10/5/2021 (prepared by TSW Design). Fences covered on UDC page 57, Article V (General Provisions). Fence Permit Checklist PDF: https://cms3.revize.com/revize/chattahoocheehillsga/Fence... Full UDC PDF: https://cms3.revize.com/revize/chattahoocheehillsga/Chatt... Building inspections by SAFEbuilt: (770) 474-9393. Permit Technician Sandy Sargent: (770) 463-6566. Community Development: (770) 463-6578.
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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