GeorgiaFence Rules

Henry County

Fence Rules in Locust Grove, Georgia

Last verified: May 26, 2026

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At a glance

In Locust Grove, the maximum fence height is typically 8 ft in side and rear yards and 6 ft in front yards.

Yes — a fence permit is required in Locust Grove. Follows Henry County ULDC: building permit for fences >4 ft.

On corner lots in Locust Grove: 4 ft max in sight triangle (per Henry County ULDC).

Pool fences in Locust Grove: 4 ft minimum with self-closing, self-latching gate (per Henry County ULDC).

Fence setbacks in Locust Grove: Cannot be in public right-of-way.

Prohibited fence materials in Locust Grove: Barbed wire, razor wire prohibited in residential subdivisions (per Henry County ULDC).

Fence Regulations

Locust Grove

Permit Requirements
Follows Henry County ULDC: building permit for fences >4 ft
Height - Front Yard
6 ft max with min 50% open (per Henry County ULDC)
Height - Side/Rear
8 ft max (per Henry County ULDC)
Height Notes
No distinct city fence ordinance found — follows Henry County ULDC Sec. 7.02.04 pattern.
Corner Lots
4 ft max in sight triangle (per Henry County ULDC)
Materials Allowed
Wood, vinyl, ornamental iron, chain link, brick, stone, masonry (per Henry County ULDC)
Materials Prohibited
Barbed wire, razor wire prohibited in residential subdivisions (per Henry County ULDC)
Historic Districts
N/A
Setbacks
Cannot be in public right-of-way
Design Requirements
Front yard fences must have min 50% open design (per Henry County ULDC)
Gates
Pool gates must be self-closing and self-latching
Notes
Follows Henry County ULDC. Contact Community Development: 770-597-5043.

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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