GeorgiaFence Rules

Fulton & Clayton Counties

Fence Rules in College Park, 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 College Park, the maximum fence height is typically 6 ft in side and rear yards and 4 ft in front yards.

Check with Planning and Zoning at City Hall (3667 Main St, 404-767-1537).

On corner lots in College Park: Standard visibility requirements.

Pool fences in College Park: Must comply with state pool safety codes.

Fence setbacks in College Park: Standard residential setbacks.

Prohibited fence materials in College Park: Not specifically listed.

Fence Regulations

College Park

Apply for Permit
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
View Pool Fence Safety Requirements
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
Source
https://library.municode.com/ga/college_park/codes/code_of_ordinances
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.

Other jurisdictions in Fulton & Clayton Counties

Fence rules change from one city and unincorporated area to the next. Compare College Park with nearby jurisdictions:

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