Fulton & Clayton Counties
Fence Rules in College Park, 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
College Park
Permit Requirements
Check with Planning and Zoning at City Hall (3667 Main St, 404-767-1537)
Height - Front Yard
4 ft max (per Fence and Wall Standards (FN) section of Zoning Ordinance — verify with city)
Height - Side/Rear
6 ft max (per Fence and Wall Standards (FN) section of Zoning Ordinance — verify with city)
Height Notes
Fence and Wall Standards (FN) section in Zoning Ordinance governs. Full ordinance PDF: View PDF (page ~219). Verify city limits before applying.
Pool Fences
Corner Lots
Standard visibility requirements
Materials Allowed
Standard residential materials
Materials Prohibited
Not specifically listed
Historic Districts
N/A
Setbacks
Standard residential setbacks
Design Requirements
Standard residential requirements
Gates
Not specifically addressed
Retaining Walls
Subject to separate regulations
Notes
City spans Fulton and Clayton counties. Check City Limit Map to verify jurisdiction. Contact Planning & Zoning at collegeparkga.com
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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