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Thomas County

Fence Rules in Unincorporated Thomas County, Georgia

Last verified: May 26, 2026

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At a glance

In Unincorporated Thomas County, fence height limits are: front yards — Refer to Thomas County Land Use and Storage Ordinance (Appendix A) on Municode; side and rear yards — Refer to Thomas County Land Use and Storage Ordinance on Municode.

Yes — a fence permit is required in Unincorporated Thomas County. Building permit required. Contact Thomas County Inspections, Planning, Zoning, and Code Enforcement at (229) 225-4120. Director: Kendall C. Gay.

Pool fences in Unincorporated Thomas County: Georgia state minimum: 48-inch barrier, self-closing/self-latching gate.

Fence Regulations

Unincorporated Thomas County

Apply for Permit
Permit Requirements
Building permit required. Contact Thomas County Inspections, Planning, Zoning, and Code Enforcement at (229) 225-4120. Director: Kendall C. Gay.
Height - Front Yard
Refer to Thomas County Land Use and Storage Ordinance (Appendix A) on Municode.
Height - Side/Rear
Refer to Thomas County Land Use and Storage Ordinance on Municode.
Height Notes
Thomas County has a Planning and Zoning Ordinance and Code Enforcement. Land Use regulations in Appendix A, Section 3.000.
Pool Fences
View Pool Fence Safety Requirements
Source
https://library.municode.com/ga/thomas_county/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_APXALAUSSTOR_S3.000LAUSRE
Notes
Southwest Georgia county (~45,000 pop). County seat: Thomasville. Inspections & Planning: 227 West Jefferson Street, Thomasville GA 31799, (229) 225-4120. Fax: (229) 227-1171. Impact fees apply.

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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