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Fence Rules in Johns Creek, Georgia

Last verified: May 26, 2026

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At a glance

In Johns Creek, the maximum fence height is typically 8 ft in side and rear yards and 8 ft in front yards.

Yes — a fence permit is required in Johns Creek. Fence permit required for all new fences and replacements. Additional approvals required when: (1) adjoining public right-of-way, (2) in 75-ft stream buffer, or (3) in Chattahoochee River corridor (within 2,000 ft). Permit fee: $75 residential, $100 commercial + $50 admin fee.

On corner lots in Johns Creek: Visibility triangle requirements per Subdivision Regulations. Must not obstruct sight distance.

Pool fences in Johns Creek: REQUIRED per Sec. 19.3.12. Min 5 ft, max 8 ft height. Self-closing, self-latching gate (min 36" wide, opens outward). No ladder-effect designs.

Fence setbacks in Johns Creek: Min 3 ft from public ROW. Min 3-ft landscape strip required between fence and ROW.

Prohibited fence materials in Johns Creek: Wire/plastic/chain-link prohibited adjoining street ROW (except AG-1, M-1, M-1A zones). Barbed wire prohibited on single-family lots.

Fence Regulations

Johns Creek

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Permit Requirements
Fence permit required for all new fences and replacements. Additional approvals required when: (1) adjoining public right-of-way, (2) in 75-ft stream buffer, or (3) in Chattahoochee River corridor (within 2,000 ft). Permit fee: $75 residential, $100 commercial + $50 admin fee.
Height - Front Yard
8 ft max from grade. Column/ornament heights may extend up to 3 ft above max.
Height - Side/Rear
8 ft max from finished grade
Height Notes
Sec. 4.11.E: Fences/walls max 8 ft in residential districts. Column and ornament heights may exceed max by up to 3 ft. Many HOAs have stricter limits.
Pool Fences
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Corner Lots
Visibility triangle requirements per Subdivision Regulations. Must not obstruct sight distance.
Materials Allowed
Standard residential materials. Finished side must face neighboring property.
Materials Prohibited
Wire/plastic/chain-link prohibited adjoining street ROW (except AG-1, M-1, M-1A zones). Barbed wire prohibited on single-family lots.
Historic Districts
N/A
Setbacks
Min 3 ft from public ROW. Min 3-ft landscape strip required between fence and ROW.
Design Requirements
Sec. 4.11.D: Finished side toward neighbor. Pool fences: no bright/primary colors. Solid/opaque fences must be visually impenetrable.
Gates
Sec. 4.11.B: No gate within 20 ft of public ROW. Gate must not obstruct ROW or sight distance when open, closed, or intermediate.
Retaining Walls
Subject to separate regulations
Floodplain Rules
ARC approval required within 2,000 ft of Chattahoochee River. 50-ft undisturbed buffer, 25-ft impervious setback from waters of the state.
Color Restrictions
Pool fences: no bright or primary colors
Source
https://johnscreekga.b-cdn.net/app/uploads/2025/09/Fence-Permit-Guidelines.pdf
Notes
Comprehensive fence permit guidelines available. Apply via Customer Self-Service Portal. Contact Community Development at 678-512-3200. (Research verified 2026-02-04)

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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