Coweta County
Fence Rules in Unincorporated Coweta 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 Coweta County
Permit Requirements
Contact Community Development at 770-254-2601 for permit requirements.
Height - Front Yard
4 ft max (verify with county)
Height - Side/Rear
8 ft max (verify with county)
Height Notes
Coweta County Zoning and Development Ordinance governs fence regulations. Code enforcement via Accela portal.
Pool Fences
Corner Lots
Standard visibility requirements at intersections
Materials Allowed
Standard residential materials per Zoning Ordinance
Materials Prohibited
Check Zoning and Development Ordinance
Historic Districts
N/A
Setbacks
Per Zoning and Development Ordinance
Design Requirements
Per Zoning and Development Ordinance
Notes
Community Development: 770-254-2601, 22 E Broad St, Newnan GA 30263. Code violations: aca-prod.accela.com/coweta. Municode: library.municode.com/ga/coweta_county
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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