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Dade County

Fence Rules in Trenton, 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.

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At a glance

In Trenton, the maximum fence height is typically 6 ft in side and rear yards and 4 ft in front yards.

Contact City of Trenton for permit requirements.

On corner lots in Trenton: Standard visibility requirements.

Pool fences in Trenton: Must comply with state pool barrier codes.

Fence setbacks in Trenton: Cannot encroach on public right-of-way.

Fence Regulations

Trenton

Permit Requirements
Contact City of Trenton for permit requirements.
Height - Front Yard
4 feet maximum (standard residential)
Height - Side/Rear
6 feet maximum (standard residential)
Height Notes
Only incorporated city in Dade County. Contact City Hall.
Corner Lots
Standard visibility requirements
Materials Allowed
Standard residential fencing materials
Historic Districts
N/A
Setbacks
Cannot encroach on public right-of-way
Notes
County seat and only city in Dade County (~2,000 pop). Contact City Hall.

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.

Fence rules change from one city and unincorporated area to the next. Compare Trenton with nearby jurisdictions:

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