Charlton County
Fence Rules in Folkston, 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
Folkston
Permit Requirements
Building permits likely required. Comprehensive Land Development Code with 12 chapters including Development Standards (Ch. 5) and Supplemental Standards (Ch. 7).
Height - Front Yard
Likely regulated in Land Development Code Ch. 5 or Ch. 7; PDF not web-searchable
Height - Side/Rear
Likely regulated in Land Development Code Ch. 5 or Ch. 7
Height Notes
Gateway to Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge. Code defines 'structure' to include fences. Most comprehensive land development code in this batch.
Pool Fences
Historic Districts
Land Development Code Ch. 4 covers Special Districts
Floodplain Rules
Land Development Code Ch. 8 covers Environmental Standards
Notes
County seat of Charlton County (~5,000 pop). Land Dev Code PDFs available at charltoncountyga.us. Building permits through Charlton County: (912) 496-3826.
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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