Carroll County
Fence Rules in Unincorporated Carroll 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 Carroll County
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
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
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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