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Cook County

Fence Rules in Unincorporated Cook 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.

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At a glance

In Unincorporated Cook County, fence height limits are: front yards — Refer to Cook County Zoning Ordinance Appendix A on Municode; side and rear yards — Refer to Cook County Zoning Ordinance Appendix A on Municode.

Building permits administered by Cook County Building & Zoning. Online permit portal via GeoPermits. Contact (229) 896-2266.

Pool fences in Unincorporated Cook County: Georgia state minimum: 48-inch barrier, self-closing/self-latching gate.

Fence Regulations

Unincorporated Cook County

Permit Requirements
Building permits administered by Cook County Building & Zoning. Online permit portal via GeoPermits. Contact (229) 896-2266.
Height - Front Yard
Refer to Cook County Zoning Ordinance Appendix A on Municode.
Height - Side/Rear
Refer to Cook County Zoning Ordinance Appendix A on Municode.
Height Notes
Cook County has a zoning ordinance (Appendix A on Municode). Specific fence provisions not retrievable online.
Notes
Cook County (~17,200 pop). Building & Zoning at 1200 S Hutchinson Ave, Adel GA 31620. Online permits via GeoPermits.

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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