GeorgiaFence Rules

Clayton County

Fence Rules in Forest 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.

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At a glance

In Forest Park, the maximum fence height is typically 8 ft in side and rear yards and 4 ft in front yards.

Yes — a fence permit is required in Forest Park. Fence permit required. Fences >7ft and retaining walls >36in require building permit. Contact sirons@forestparkga.gov or 404-366-4720.

On corner lots in Forest Park: Setback requirements apply per zoning district.

Pool fences in Forest Park: Must comply with state and local pool safety codes.

Fence setbacks in Forest Park: Fences must be set back as provided for in Section 8-8-78.

Prohibited fence materials in Forest Park: Verify with Planning Department.

Fence Regulations

Forest Park

Apply for Permit
Permit Requirements
Fence permit required. Fences >7ft and retaining walls >36in require building permit. Contact sirons@forestparkga.gov or 404-366-4720.
Height - Front Yard
4 ft max (verify with Planning)
Height - Side/Rear
8 ft max in residential districts (R-80, R-95, RM-85, RM-100, RM-125)
Height Notes
See Section 8-8-78 of Zoning Ordinance for complete fence regulations.
Pool Fences
View Pool Fence Safety Requirements
Corner Lots
Setback requirements apply per zoning district.
Materials Allowed
Standard residential materials
Materials Prohibited
Verify with Planning Department
Historic Districts
N/A
Setbacks
Fences must be set back as provided for in Section 8-8-78.
Design Requirements
Subject to Zoning Ordinance requirements.
Gates
Not specifically addressed
Retaining Walls
Walls >36in require building permit
Floodplain Rules
Standard floodplain regulations apply
Source
https://library.municode.com/ga/forest_park/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=COOR_TIT8PLDE_CH8ZO
Notes
Director of Planning: Nicole Dozier (ndozier@forestparkga.gov). Address: 785 Forest Parkway, Forest Park, GA 30297. eLaws source (forestpark-ga.elaws.us) currently returning 503. Municode Chapter 8 as backup.

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 Clayton County

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

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