Fulton County
Fence Rules in Palmetto, 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
Palmetto
Permit Requirements
Contact Code Enforcement at 770-463-3377
Height - Front Yard
40 inches max (3.3 ft) - front yard fences more restrictive than typical
Height - Side/Rear
6 ft max in Residential Districts (measured from natural grade to uppermost portion)
Height Notes
Appendix B Zoning, Article 13, Sec. 13-1: Fences in Residential Districts max 6 ft. Front yard max 40 inches. Buffering fences (Art. 19) require 6 ft continuous sight-obscuring screen.
Pool Fences
Corner Lots
Standard visibility requirements
Materials Allowed
Standard residential materials. Buffering: evergreen plant material, berms, walls/fences, or combination approved by planning.
Materials Prohibited
Not specifically listed
Historic Districts
N/A
Setbacks
Standard residential setbacks per zoning district
Design Requirements
Standard residential requirements. Buffering may require sight-obscuring screen per Art. 19.
Gates
Not specifically addressed
Retaining Walls
Subject to separate regulations
Floodplain Rules
Ch. 10 Flood Damage Prevention (modified Aug 2022)
Notes
Article 13 governs fences. Front yard limited to 40 inches (more restrictive). Side/rear 6 ft max. Contact Code Enforcement at 770-463-3377. (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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