Chatham County
Fence Rules in Unincorporated Chatham 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 Chatham County
Permit Requirements
Contact Chatham County Building Safety & Regulatory Services for permit requirements. Metropolitan Planning Commission (MPC) handles zoning.
Height - Front Yard
4 feet maximum in residential (per county zoning Sec. 5-1)
Height - Side/Rear
6 feet maximum in residential (per county zoning Sec. 5-1)
Height Notes
Chatham County Zoning Ordinance Section 5-1 governs walls and fences. MPC administers zoning for both Savannah and unincorporated areas.
Pool Fences
Corner Lots
Standard intersection visibility requirements
Materials Allowed
Standard residential fencing materials
Materials Prohibited
Sheet metal, corrugated metal, and salvage materials prohibited in residential
Historic Districts
N/A for unincorporated areas
Setbacks
Cannot encroach on public right-of-way
Design Requirements
Per Chatham County Zoning Ordinance
Floodplain Rules
Coastal flooding regulations may apply — check with county
Notes
Metropolitan Planning Commission (MPC) handles zoning for unincorporated Chatham County. Contact: thempc.org, 912-651-1440.
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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