Barrow County
Fence Rules in Unincorporated Barrow County, Georgia
Last updated May 26, 2026
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
Fence Regulations
Unincorporated Barrow County
Permit Requirements
No fence permit required. Fencing must comply with Unified Development Code standards.
Height - Front Yard
4 ft max (per UDC standards)
Height - Side/Rear
8 ft max (per UDC standards)
Height Notes
Review Unified Development Code for complete fence standards. No permit needed but must comply with zoning.
Pool Fences
Corner Lots
Standard visibility triangle requirements at intersections
Materials Allowed
Standard residential materials per UDC
Materials Prohibited
Check UDC for specific prohibitions
Historic Districts
N/A
Setbacks
Cannot be placed in public right-of-way
Design Requirements
Per Unified Development Code standards
Notes
No fence permit required but must comply with UDC. Barrow County Planning & Community Development: barrowcountyplanning.org. Municode: library.municode.com/ga/barrow_county
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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