Fence Rules in Unincorporated Madison County, Georgia

Open-type fences must be approved by the Building Official prior to erection. Solid fences must have plans approved by the Building Department prior to erection.

4 feet maximum, open type only (at least 50% open). Solid fences not permitted in front yard.

6 feet maximum for any fence or portion thereof

Section 93.080 Buffer Strips, Fences, Walls and Hedge of the Madison County Zoning Ordinance. Maximum 6 feet overall unless specifically exempted elsewhere.

No obstruction higher than 2 feet above curb/street elevation on corner lots within the triangular restricted area at intersections (Section 93.080(B)).

Residential and Agricultural zones: wood, vinyl, wrought iron, composite, chain link. Commercial/Manufacturing zones: also corrugated metal; other materials subject to Zoning Administrator approval.

Barbed wire and sharp-pointed fences prohibited below 6 feet in height. Electrically charged fences prohibited. Exception: Agricultural Districts may have barbed wire and electric fences. Construction fencing only during construction (must be removed within 2 months of completion).

No permanent fence, retaining wall, or obstruction within any public street or alley right-of-way unless authorized by the Land Use Committee. Fences on public easements or across ditches must not obstruct drainage.

Finish side of any fence must face outward toward adjacent properties. Double fencing is not permitted. When dismantling a fence, all components must be removed.

Not specified beyond general fence standards

Not specified beyond ROW restrictions

Section 93.080 covers fences comprehensively. No barbed wire below 6ft (except agricultural). No electrically charged fences (except agricultural). Front yard: open-type only, 4ft max.