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Harris County

Fence Rules in Unincorporated Harris County, Georgia

Last verified: May 26, 2026

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At a glance

In Unincorporated Harris County, fence height limits are: front yards — Fences shall not extend alongside lot lines in front yards more than half the depth of the required front yard; side and rear yards — 8 feet maximum (Section 403.05(b)).

No fence-specific permit mentioned. Unified Development Code (UDC) effective April 1, 2023.

On corner lots in Unincorporated Harris County: Must not obstruct corner visibility at street intersections per Article 10.

Pool fences in Unincorporated Harris County: All noncommercial pools must be enclosed by a fence or wall not less than 4 feet in height adjacent to pool decking (Section 403.05(d)(1)(c)).

Fence setbacks in Unincorporated Harris County: No minimum setback from any property line for fences. Must not be in public right-of-way or utility/drainage easement.

Prohibited fence materials in Unincorporated Harris County: Not specified for residential in accessible UDC text.

Fence Regulations

Unincorporated Harris County

Permit Requirements
No fence-specific permit mentioned. Unified Development Code (UDC) effective April 1, 2023.
Height - Front Yard
Fences shall not extend alongside lot lines in front yards more than half the depth of the required front yard
Height - Side/Rear
8 feet maximum (Section 403.05(b))
Height Notes
UDC Section 403.05(b): No minimum setback from property line. Max 8 feet. Front yard limited to half the depth of required front yard. Must not obstruct corner visibility (Article 10).
Pool Fences
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Corner Lots
Must not obstruct corner visibility at street intersections per Article 10
Materials Allowed
Not restricted for residential in accessible UDC text
Materials Prohibited
Not specified for residential in accessible UDC text
Setbacks
No minimum setback from any property line for fences. Must not be in public right-of-way or utility/drainage easement.
Design Requirements
Automotive repair adjacent to residential: 6-foot opaque fence. Junkyard/salvage: 6-10 foot solid opaque fence. Day care outdoor areas: 6-foot solid wood fence or chain link with landscaping.
Gates
Not specified beyond pool fence requirements
Source
https://www.harriscountyga.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Harris_County_Adopted_UDC_Effective_4-1-2023.pdf
Notes
UDC Section 403.05 covers fences. No minimum setback from property lines. 8ft max height. Pool fence 4ft min.

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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