Bulloch County
Fence Rules in Unincorporated Bulloch 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 Bulloch County
Permit Requirements
Contact Bulloch County Permitting at 912-489-1356. Permits required per county building code.
Height - Front Yard
6 feet maximum in required setback areas of residential zoning districts (Section 404).
Height - Side/Rear
6 feet maximum in required setback areas of residential zoning districts, except as required for screening (Section 404).
Height Notes
Section 404 applies to fences and freestanding walls in required setback areas of residential zoning districts.
Pool Fences
Materials Allowed
Chain link, decorative wood, decorative vinyl, or ornamental wrought iron.
Materials Prohibited
Any material not listed must be approved by the building and zoning official.
Setbacks
Fence height measured above finished grade. Applies to required setback areas.
Retaining Walls
Retaining walls exempt from Section 404 height limits.
Notes
Zoning Ordinance adopted April 4, 2023 (Appendix C). Applies to unincorporated Bulloch County only. eLaws source intermittently unavailable. Municode backup: https://library.municode.com/ga/bulloch_county/codes/code...
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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