GeorgiaFence Rules

Cobb County

Fence Rules in Unincorporated Cobb County, Georgia

Last verified: May 26, 2026

This page is maintained manually and may not reflect very recent ordinance changes — always confirm current rules with your local permitting office.

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

At a glance

In Unincorporated Cobb County, the maximum fence height is typically 8 ft in side and rear yards and 6 ft in front yards.

Contact Cobb County Code Enforcement. Fences required by zoning must be completed prior to occupancy.

On corner lots in Unincorporated Cobb County: Must maintain visibility per Sec. 134-263.

Pool fences in Unincorporated Cobb County: Must comply with state pool safety codes (min 4 ft).

Fence setbacks in Unincorporated Cobb County: No fence in public road ROW. Posts must be embedded at least 30 inches deep.

Prohibited fence materials in Unincorporated Cobb County: Barbed wire, electric fencing, razor wire prohibited in all residential areas.

Fence Regulations

Unincorporated Cobb County

Apply for Permit
Permit Requirements
Contact Cobb County Code Enforcement. Fences required by zoning must be completed prior to occupancy.
Height - Front Yard
6 ft max if adjacent to public road ROW OR in front/side of house in residential district
Height - Side/Rear
8 ft max general; 6 ft if adjacent to public road ROW. Height includes posts/ornaments, measured from grade on both sides.
Height Notes
Height includes posts and ornaments, measured from existing grade. Max 6 inches backfill allowed against fence (included in height calculation).
Pool Fences
View Pool Fence Safety Requirements
Corner Lots
Must maintain visibility per Sec. 134-263
Materials Allowed
Wood, vinyl, aluminum, chain link (properly installed). Must withstand 90 mph wind loads.
Materials Prohibited
Barbed wire, electric fencing, razor wire prohibited in all residential areas
Historic Districts
N/A - county jurisdiction
Setbacks
No fence in public road ROW. Posts must be embedded at least 30 inches deep.
Design Requirements
Fences must be maintained in structurally sound condition.
Gates
Not specifically addressed
Retaining Walls
Max 6 ft exposed height within 5 ft of property line. Height may increase 5 ft per each additional 5 ft of setback. Tiered walls must be 5 ft apart.
Floodplain Rules
Stream buffer ordinance: 25 ft undisturbed buffer from state waters where no construction including fencing allowed.
Source
http://cobbcounty.elaws.us/code/coor_pti_ch134_artv_sec134-267
Notes
Chapter 134 Zoning, Article V, Sec. 134-267. East Cobb, West Cobb, South Cobb follow county regulations. eLaws source intermittently unavailable. Municode backup: https://library.municode.com/ga/cobb_county/codes/code_of...

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.

Other jurisdictions in Cobb County

Fence rules change from one city and unincorporated area to the next. Compare Unincorporated Cobb County with nearby jurisdictions:

All Cobb County fence rules →

Ready to build your fence in Unincorporated Cobb County?

FenceWorks of Georgia is Atlanta's premier fence company — residential and commercial installation, repair, and removal. Free quotes, no obligation.

Get My Free QuoteCall 770-452-9900

4.9★ on Google · Google Guaranteed · Financing available