Greene County
Fence Rules in Greensboro, 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
Greensboro
Permit Requirements
Contact Building & Zoning department for current fence permit requirements.
Height - Front Yard
Solid fences/walls/hedges along front yard edge shall not obstruct visibility above 2 feet above ground level
Height - Side/Rear
Not specified in accessible code — see Chapter 121 Zoning on Municode
Height Notes
Fences, walls, and hedges may be permitted in any side or rear yard, or along the side or rear edge of any front yard. Section 121-97(c) screening: 6 feet minimum solid wall/fence/hedge.
Pool Fences
Corner Lots
No fence, wall, hedge, or planting obstructing vision between 2.5 and 6 feet above centerline shall be erected within triangular area formed by ROW lines at 50 feet from intersection (Section 121-94).
Materials Allowed
Not specified in accessible code
Materials Prohibited
Not specified in accessible code
Setbacks
10 ft landscaped buffer between business/industrial and residential (Section 121-97(b))
Design Requirements
Screening fences must be solid wall, solid fence, or tight evergreen hedge minimum 6 feet
Notes
Greene County seat (~3,500 pop). Chapter 121 Zoning on Municode. Partial fence provisions found — full text may contain additional residential rules.
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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