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Bulloch County

Fence Rules in Statesboro, Georgia

Last verified: May 26, 2026

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At a glance

In Statesboro, fence height limits are: front yards — No explicit residential fence height limit in UDC Section 2.5.5. Screening walls/fences: 6-8 feet for commercial screening; side and rear yards — No explicit residential fence height limit in UDC Section 2.5.5. Screening walls/fences: 6-8 feet for commercial screening.

Contact Statesboro Planning & Development at 912-764-0630.

On corner lots in Statesboro: No structure, vehicle, tree, fence or obstacle may obstruct vision at corners, curb cuts, or railroad crossings (Section 2.5.9).

Pool fences in Statesboro: Pools more than 2 feet deep must have lockable fence or wall at least 4 feet tall. No horizontal elements that make fence easily climbable (Section 2.5.8).

Prohibited fence materials in Statesboro: Cyclone fencing with metal inserts prohibited for junkyard screening (Section 2.5.5C).

Fence Regulations

Statesboro

Permit Requirements
Contact Statesboro Planning & Development at 912-764-0630.
Height - Front Yard
No explicit residential fence height limit in UDC Section 2.5.5. Screening walls/fences: 6-8 feet for commercial screening.
Height - Side/Rear
No explicit residential fence height limit in UDC Section 2.5.5. Screening walls/fences: 6-8 feet for commercial screening.
Height Notes
UDC Section 2.5.5 focuses on screening requirements rather than general residential fences.
Corner Lots
No structure, vehicle, tree, fence or obstacle may obstruct vision at corners, curb cuts, or railroad crossings (Section 2.5.9).
Materials Prohibited
Cyclone fencing with metal inserts prohibited for junkyard screening (Section 2.5.5C).
Notes
UDC adopted September 12, 2023. Section 2.5.5 covers fences/walls/screening.

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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