Henry County
Fence Rules in Unincorporated Henry 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 Henry County
Permit Requirements
Building permit required for fences >4 ft. Administrative approval required for front yard fences via Architectural Review Committee.
Height - Front Yard
6 ft max; must have min 50% open/transparent design in residential zones
Height - Side/Rear
8 ft max
Height Notes
Height measured from finished grade. Fences in sight triangle (25 ft x 25 ft from edge of pavement) limited to 4 ft max.
Pool Fences
Corner Lots
4 ft max in sight triangle (25 ft x 25 ft from edge of pavement at intersections)
Materials Allowed
Wood, vinyl, ornamental iron, chain link, brick, stone, masonry
Materials Prohibited
Barbed wire prohibited in residential platted subdivisions. Razor wire prohibited. Electric fences prohibited in residential platted subdivisions (allowed on lots 3+ acres or in side/rear yards on non-platted residential lots). Corrugated metal prohibited.
Historic Districts
N/A
Setbacks
Cannot be in public right-of-way. Must comply with applicable zoning district setbacks.
Design Requirements
Front yard fences must have min 50% open design in residential zones
Gates
Pool gates must be self-closing and self-latching
Retaining Walls
Not specified in fence section
Notes
ULDC Sec. 7.02.04. Contact Henry County Planning & Zoning: 770-288-7525. eLaws site intermittently available. Backup: https://library.municode.com/ga/henry_county/codes/code_o...
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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