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Thomas County

Fence Rules in Thomasville, Georgia

Last verified: May 26, 2026

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At a glance

In Thomasville, fence height limits are: front yards — Refer to Thomasville Chapter 22 Zoning on Municode; side and rear yards — Refer to Thomasville Chapter 22 Zoning on Municode.

Yes — a fence permit is required in Thomasville. Fence permit required. Contact Zoning Administrator before installing. Fence Permit form available from Building Department. Submit to buildinginspections@thomasville.org. In historic districts, a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) is required before a building permit can be issued.

Pool fences in Thomasville: Article X of Chapter 5 (Building Construction) covers swimming pools. Georgia state minimum: 48-inch barrier, self-closing/self-latching gate.

Fence Regulations

Thomasville

Apply for Permit
Permit Requirements
Fence permit required. Contact Zoning Administrator before installing. Fence Permit form available from Building Department. Submit to buildinginspections@thomasville.org. In historic districts, a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) is required before a building permit can be issued.
Height - Front Yard
Refer to Thomasville Chapter 22 Zoning on Municode.
Height - Side/Rear
Refer to Thomasville Chapter 22 Zoning on Municode.
Height Notes
Fence installation regulated by Chapter 22 Zoning of Thomasville Municipal Code. Contact Zoning Administrator Mollie Powell at (229) 227-3306 for compliance.
Pool Fences
View Pool Fence Safety Requirements
Historic Districts
Thomasville has 7 historic districts. Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) required before making material changes in appearance (including erecting a fence) within designated historic districts. Work without COA can lead to fines, permit delays, and reversal of unapproved alterations. Historic Preservation Board reviews applications.
Source
https://library.municode.com/ga/thomasville/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_CH22ZO
Notes
Largest city in this region (~19,000 pop). Thomas County seat. Building Dept: Mark Harmon, Chief Building Official, 411 West Jackson St, Thomasville GA 31792, (229) 227-6983. Zoning: Mollie Powell, (229) 227-3306, 111 Victoria Place. Fence permit form available online. 7 historic districts with COA requirements.

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 Thomas County

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