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Paulding County

Fence Rules in Unincorporated Paulding County, Georgia

Last verified: May 26, 2026

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At a glance

In Unincorporated Paulding County, fence height limits are: front yards — Not specifically limited in UDO. General residential height of 6 ft applies without permit; side and rear yards — Not specifically limited in UDO. General residential height of 6 ft applies without permit; taller with permit.

Yes — a fence permit is required in Unincorporated Paulding County. No permit required for fences 6 ft or less. Permit required for fences taller than 6 ft ($150 fee). Fences cannot be placed in the public right-of-way — check with Paulding DOT for ROW boundaries.

On corner lots in Unincorporated Paulding County: 3 ft max within 15 ft of intersection right-of-way lines (Sec. 240-160 sight triangle).

Pool fences in Unincorporated Paulding County: 4 ft (48 in) minimum per Georgia state code; self-closing, self-latching gates; openings max 4 inches.

Fence setbacks in Unincorporated Paulding County: Cannot be placed in public right-of-way. Check with Paulding DOT for ROW boundaries.

Prohibited fence materials in Unincorporated Paulding County: Not specified in UDO fence section. Georgia state law prohibits barbed wire/electric fences on residential lots under 3 acres.

Fence Regulations

Unincorporated Paulding County

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Permit Requirements
No permit required for fences 6 ft or less. Permit required for fences taller than 6 ft ($150 fee). Fences cannot be placed in the public right-of-way — check with Paulding DOT for ROW boundaries.
Height - Front Yard
Not specifically limited in UDO. General residential height of 6 ft applies without permit.
Height - Side/Rear
Not specifically limited in UDO. General residential height of 6 ft applies without permit; taller with permit.
Height Notes
Sec. 240-160: No fence, structure, planting, or other obstruction above 3 ft within 15 ft of the intersection of right-of-way lines of two streets or a street/railroad intersection. Paulding County has a very minimal fence ordinance — most fence types are allowed without detailed restrictions.
Pool Fences
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Corner Lots
3 ft max within 15 ft of intersection right-of-way lines (Sec. 240-160 sight triangle)
Materials Allowed
Not specifically restricted — standard residential materials (wood, vinyl, chain link, ornamental iron, brick, stone) generally permitted
Materials Prohibited
Not specified in UDO fence section. Georgia state law prohibits barbed wire/electric fences on residential lots under 3 acres.
Historic Districts
N/A
Setbacks
Cannot be placed in public right-of-way. Check with Paulding DOT for ROW boundaries.
Retaining Walls
Not specified in fence section
Source
https://library.municode.com/ga/paulding_county/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_APXAUNDEOR_TIT2ZO_CH240STAPALDI_S240-160FEWA
Notes
UDO Sec. 240-160. Very permissive — minimal fence regulations. Fence Guide Brochure PDF: https://www.paulding.gov/DocumentCenter/View/9836/Fence-G... — Contact Planning & Zoning: (770) 443-7601.

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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