Fence Rules in Monroe, Georgia

In Monroe, fence height limits are: Character districts in the city core: 3.5 to 4 ft along the street; All other lots: the zoning ordinance sets no front yard limit; Character districts in the city core: 6 ft max on the sides and rear; All other lots: the zoning ordinance sets no side or rear limit.

Required. The zoning ordinance makes it unlawful to start work on any structure without a building permit, and it defines a fence as a structure (Sec. 1505.2); The city publishes no fence-specific application, so ask the Code Department which form to file; Code Department, 215 N. Broad Street, 770-207-4674.

On corner lots in Monroe: Nothing may block the view between 2.5 ft and 10 ft above the ground within 20 ft of a street or railroad crossing, except downtown; In the character districts the 3.5 to 4 ft street limit applies to both street sides; A fence may not project over a street or sidewalk so as to block the view or use of others (Sec. 94-4).

Pool fences in Monroe: 4 ft minimum, in place before the pool goes into service; Pools must sit at least 5 ft from any property line and need prior approval from the Walton County Health Department.

Fence setbacks in Monroe: None for fences. The ordinance sets setbacks for accessory buildings, not fences.

Prohibited fence materials in Monroe: Character districts in the city core: vinyl, exposed or painted aggregate concrete, smooth or split-faced block; Chain link is not allowed along the street. Barbed, razor and concertina wire only at the rear; Chain link of any type is banned in a Monroe and Walton Mills Historic Overlay development.