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Coffee County

Fence Rules in Douglas (Coffee County), Georgia

Last verified: May 26, 2026

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At a glance

In Douglas (Coffee County), fence height limits are: front yards — Refer to ULDC Section 111-251 (Fences, Walls, and Hedges). Contact Community Development at (912) 383-0277; side and rear yards — Industrial screening: 6 ft min, 10 ft max along property lines adjoining non-industrial districts.

Yes — a fence permit is required in Douglas (Coffee County). Fence permit required. Fence Permit Application available (updated 06-05-2025). Submit to Building Inspections & Permits Division.

Pool fences in Douglas (Coffee County): Georgia state minimum: 48-inch barrier, self-closing/self-latching gate.

Fence Regulations

Douglas (Coffee County)

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Permit Requirements
Fence permit required. Fence Permit Application available (updated 06-05-2025). Submit to Building Inspections & Permits Division.
Height - Front Yard
Refer to ULDC Section 111-251 (Fences, Walls, and Hedges). Contact Community Development at (912) 383-0277.
Height - Side/Rear
Industrial screening: 6 ft min, 10 ft max along property lines adjoining non-industrial districts.
Height Notes
ULDC Section 111-251 governs Fences, Walls, and Hedges. Text amendments proposed May 2025. Industrial buffer: wood fence or chain-link with green/black slats, 6-10 ft.
Pool Fences
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Materials Allowed
Industrial screening: wood fence or chain-link fence with green or black slats.
Design Requirements
Industrial zones abutting non-industrial: visual screening required along full length of adjoining property line.
Source
https://library.municode.com/ga/douglas/codes/code_of_ordinances
Notes
County seat of Coffee County (~12,000 pop). ULDC adopted August 2022. City Planner: (912) 383-0277. Building Inspector: (912) 389-3423. Fence permit application updated June 2025.

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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