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DeKalb County

Fence Rules in Pine Lake, Georgia

Last verified: May 26, 2026

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At a glance

In Pine Lake, the maximum fence height is typically 6 ft in side and rear yards and 48 in in front yards.

Fence Permit Application and fee required. Submit drawing showing proposed fence location.

On corner lots in Pine Lake: Inside rear yard within 10 ft of street ROW: 48 inches max.

Pool fences in Pine Lake: Must comply with general fence requirements and state pool codes.

Fence setbacks in Pine Lake: No fence closer than 6 ft from any street curb or edge of pavement.

Prohibited fence materials in Pine Lake: Chain link, barbed wire, razor wire, hog wire, chicken wire (except for composting/garden areas).

Fence Regulations

Pine Lake

Permit Requirements
Fence Permit Application and fee required. Submit drawing showing proposed fence location.
Height - Front Yard
48 inches (4 ft) max
Height - Side/Rear
6 ft max in all other areas
Height Notes
Side yards within 10 ft of front façade: 48 inches max. Corner lots in rear yard within 10 ft of street ROW: 48 inches max.
Pool Fences
View Pool Fence Safety Requirements
Corner Lots
Inside rear yard within 10 ft of street ROW: 48 inches max
Materials Allowed
Wood, wrought iron, similar decorative materials
Materials Prohibited
Chain link, barbed wire, razor wire, hog wire, chicken wire (except for composting/garden areas)
Historic Districts
N/A
Setbacks
No fence closer than 6 ft from any street curb or edge of pavement
Design Requirements
Front yard fences must maintain 35% clear vision area uniformly distributed. Finished side faces outward toward street, lake, park, trail, or adjacent property.
Gates
Not specifically addressed
Retaining Walls
Included in wall/fence height calculations
Source
https://library.municode.com/ga/pine_lake
Notes
Pine Lake emphasizes 'eyes on the street' design principles. Decks/porches may have 48 inch screening above floor level.

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.

Other jurisdictions in DeKalb County

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