GeorgiaFence Rules

Newton County

Fence Rules in Covington, Georgia

Last verified: May 26, 2026

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At a glance

In Covington, the maximum fence height is typically 8 ft in side and rear yards and 42 in in front yards.

Yes — a fence permit is required in Covington. Fence permit required. Submit completed Fence Application to Planning and Zoning with $10 fee (payable to 'City of Covington'). Review within 10 business days.

On corner lots in Covington: No fence or obstruction exceeding 2.5 ft within triangular area formed by intersection of ROW lines at 20 ft from intersection.

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

Fence setbacks in Covington: Front yard fences within 6 inches of property line. Cannot be in public right-of-way.

Prohibited fence materials in Covington: Front yard: wire, woven metal, chain link prohibited (exception: agricultural/undeveloped property). All areas: exposed block, tires, junk, discarded material prohibited.

Fence Regulations

Covington

Apply for Permit
Permit Requirements
Fence permit required. Submit completed Fence Application to Planning and Zoning with $10 fee (payable to 'City of Covington'). Review within 10 business days.
Height - Front Yard
42 inches (3.5 ft) max in NR1, NR2, NR3 residential zones
Height - Side/Rear
8 ft max within rear or side yard
Height Notes
Heights measured from adjacent top of street curb, alley surface, or official grade (whichever higher). Interior lot lines: measured from average grade.
Pool Fences
View Pool Fence Safety Requirements
Corner Lots
No fence or obstruction exceeding 2.5 ft within triangular area formed by intersection of ROW lines at 20 ft from intersection
Materials Allowed
Front yard: ornamental/decorative — brick, stone, stucco, split rail, wood, wrought iron. Side/rear: standard materials.
Materials Prohibited
Front yard: wire, woven metal, chain link prohibited (exception: agricultural/undeveloped property). All areas: exposed block, tires, junk, discarded material prohibited.
Historic Districts
Properties in Historic District require Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) application in addition to fence permit.
Setbacks
Front yard fences within 6 inches of property line. Cannot be in public right-of-way.
Design Requirements
Front yard must be ornamental/decorative. Finished side facing outward.
Source
https://cityofcovington.org/corecode/uploads/document6/uploaded_pdfs/corecode/Fence%20Permit%20Application%20PROCEDURES%204-15-2019%20_72.pdf
Notes
County seat of Newton County. $10 permit fee, 10-day review. 42" front / 8 ft side-rear. Historic district properties need COA. Code Enforcement guide at cityofcovington.org.

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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