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Gwinnett County

Fence Rules in Suwanee, Georgia

Last verified: May 26, 2026

This page is maintained manually and may not reflect very recent ordinance changes — always confirm current rules with your local permitting office.

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

At a glance

In Suwanee, the maximum fence height is typically 8 ft in side and rear yards and 4 ft in front yards.

Contact Planning Department at 770-945-8996.

On corner lots in Suwanee: Standard visibility requirements apply.

Pool fences in Suwanee: Must comply with state pool safety codes.

Fence setbacks in Suwanee: Standard residential setbacks.

Prohibited fence materials in Suwanee: Check zoning ordinance for specific prohibitions.

Fence Regulations

Suwanee

Apply for Permit
Permit Requirements
Contact Planning Department at 770-945-8996
Height - Front Yard
4 ft max (per Suwanee Zoning Ordinance Section 610)
Height - Side/Rear
8 ft max (per Suwanee Zoning Ordinance Section 610)
Height Notes
1998 Zoning Ordinance Section 610 (Fences and Walls) governs regulations. Ordinance PDF: https://www.suwanee.com/home/showpublisheddocument/5078/6...
Pool Fences
View Pool Fence Safety Requirements
Corner Lots
Standard visibility requirements apply
Materials Allowed
Decorative fencing: brick columns, wood, simulated wood, wrought iron, anodized aluminum, PVC. Decorative walls: brick, stone, stucco.
Materials Prohibited
Check zoning ordinance for specific prohibitions
Historic Districts
N/A
Setbacks
Standard residential setbacks
Design Requirements
Decorative fence pickets must be min 2 inches apart
Gates
Not specifically addressed
Retaining Walls
Subject to separate regulations
Source
https://www.suwanee.com/government/code-of-ordinances
Notes
1998 Zoning Ordinance. Contact Planning at 770-945-8996. Check HOA requirements - many subdivisions have stricter rules.

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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