Fayette County
Fence Rules in Peachtree City, 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
Peachtree City
Permit Requirements
Building permit required for fences 4 ft or taller. Submit application with site plan on official plat/survey showing fence location, materials, height, and photo example.
Height - Front Yard
4 ft max. No fence >4 ft within 40 ft of right-of-way of arterial or collector street.
Height - Side/Rear
6 ft max within side/rear setback areas; 8 ft max outside setback areas. Tennis court fences may be 10 ft with site plan approval.
Height Notes
No fence taller than 4 ft can be installed within 40 ft of the right-of-way of an arterial or collector street.
Pool Fences
Corner Lots
Subject to 40 ft arterial/collector setback rule
Materials Allowed
Wood, vinyl, ornamental iron, brick, stone. Metal fences allowed if vinyl-coated or painted dark brown, dark green, or black.
Materials Prohibited
Chain link and wire fences NOT permitted between house and any adjacent street (except in ER and AR zoning districts). Unpainted/uncoated metal fences prohibited.
Historic Districts
N/A
Setbacks
No fence >4 ft within 40 ft of arterial/collector ROW
Design Requirements
Metal fences must be vinyl-coated or painted standard dark brown, dark green, or black to blend with natural surroundings
Retaining Walls
Separate regulations — see peachtree-city.org/1183/Retaining-Walls
Color Restrictions
Metal fences must be vinyl-coated or painted dark brown, dark green, or black
Notes
Contact Building Department: 770-487-8901. Known for strict aesthetic standards. Fence regulations PDF (Chapter 18 Article XIV): https://peachtree-city.org/DocumentCenter/View/27692/1240...
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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