GeorgiaFence Rules

Mitchell County

Fence Rules in Pelham, Georgia

Last verified: May 26, 2026

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At a glance

In Pelham, fence height limits are: front yards — Refer to City of Pelham zoning ordinance; side and rear yards — Refer to City of Pelham zoning ordinance.

Contact Code Enforcement / Planning / Zoning office. James RC Timmons, (229) 294-7900 ext. 226, jtimmons@cityofpelhamga.com.

Pool fences in Pelham: Georgia state minimum: 48-inch barrier, self-closing/self-latching gate.

Fence Regulations

Pelham

Permit Requirements
Contact Code Enforcement / Planning / Zoning office. James RC Timmons, (229) 294-7900 ext. 226, jtimmons@cityofpelhamga.com.
Height - Front Yard
Refer to City of Pelham zoning ordinance.
Height - Side/Rear
Refer to City of Pelham zoning ordinance.
Height Notes
Pelham has Code Enforcement / Planning / Zoning department but no ordinance text found online.
Notes
Mitchell County city (~3,500 pop). Code Enforcement: James RC Timmons, (229) 294-7900 ext. 226.

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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