Douglas County
Fence Rules in Douglasville, 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
Douglasville
Permit Requirements
Check with city Planning & Zoning — Douglasville adopted its own UDO effective 04/28/2023. Contact: 678-449-3230.
Height - Front Yard
Approximately 3-4 ft (based on available sources; verify with city)
Height - Side/Rear
Approximately 6 ft (based on available sources; verify with city)
Height Notes
UDO Section 2.05.H.2 requires all fences to present a finished and attractive surface to the exterior of the lot. Specific height limits in UDO Articles 2 and 8.
Pool Fences
Corner Lots
Not confirmed — verify with city
Materials Allowed
Not fully confirmed. UDO requires finished/attractive appearance. Buffer fences must use rot-resistant or protected material.
Materials Prohibited
Not confirmed — verify with city
Historic Districts
Check with city Planning & Zoning for overlay district requirements
Setbacks
Buffer fences must be no closer than 2 ft from property line. Not permitted in public right-of-way.
Design Requirements
All fences must present a finished and attractive surface to exterior (UDO Sec. 2.05.H.2)
Notes
County seat of Douglas County. UDO effective 04/28/2023. Article 8 covers General Site Development Standards (fences likely in Sec. 8.02 or 8.04). UDO PDF (Issuu): https://issuu.com/douglasvillega/docs/udo_complete_. Permits via BS&A Online: https://bsaonline.com/CD_PermitAjaxApplication/ApplyForPe... Planning & Zoning: 678-449-3230. Building Division: https://www.douglasvillega.gov/Departments/Community-Deve...
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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