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Carroll County

Fence Rules in Unincorporated Carroll County, Georgia

Last verified: May 26, 2026

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At a glance

In Unincorporated Carroll County, the maximum fence height is typically 6 ft in side and rear yards and 6 ft in front yards.

Contact Community Development at 770-830-5861 for permit requirements.

On corner lots in Unincorporated Carroll County: Standard visibility requirements at intersections.

Pool fences in Unincorporated Carroll County: Must comply with state pool safety codes.

Fence setbacks in Unincorporated Carroll County: 10 ft from any street right-of-way or zone district boundary.

Prohibited fence materials in Unincorporated Carroll County: Barbed wire, razor wire prohibited within 100 ft of Transportation Corridor ROW (except telecom fencing).

Fence Regulations

Unincorporated Carroll County

Apply for Permit
Permit Requirements
Contact Community Development at 770-830-5861 for permit requirements.
Height - Front Yard
6 ft max in agricultural/residential districts (verify — may be lower for front yard)
Height - Side/Rear
6 ft max in agricultural/residential districts
Height Notes
Ch. 102 Zoning: fences shall not exceed 6 ft in ag/residential except for public utilities, schools, recreation, industrial, wrecking/salvage. 10 ft setback from street ROW and zone boundaries.
Pool Fences
View Pool Fence Safety Requirements
Corner Lots
Standard visibility requirements at intersections
Materials Allowed
Standard residential materials per Ch. 102
Materials Prohibited
Barbed wire, razor wire prohibited within 100 ft of Transportation Corridor ROW (except telecom fencing).
Historic Districts
N/A
Setbacks
10 ft from any street right-of-way or zone district boundary
Design Requirements
Per Ch. 102 Zoning Ordinance
Source
https://library.municode.com/ga/carroll_county/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_CH102ZO
Notes
Ch. 102 Zoning governs fences. 6 ft max residential. 10 ft setback from ROW. Community Development: 770-830-5861. carrollcountyga.gov

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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