GeorgiaFence Rules

Toombs County

Fence Rules in Unincorporated Toombs County, Georgia

Last verified: May 26, 2026

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At a glance

In Unincorporated Toombs County, fence height limits are: front yards — No local fence height restriction found — no zoning ordinance. State building code applies; side and rear yards — No local fence height restriction found — no zoning ordinance. State building code applies.

Yes — a fence permit is required in Unincorporated Toombs County. Building permit required per Toombs County Building Permit Ordinance. No separate fence permit or zoning ordinance found.

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

Fence setbacks in Unincorporated Toombs County: Cannot be in public right-of-way.

Fence Regulations

Unincorporated Toombs County

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Permit Requirements
Building permit required per Toombs County Building Permit Ordinance. No separate fence permit or zoning ordinance found.
Height - Front Yard
No local fence height restriction found — no zoning ordinance. State building code applies.
Height - Side/Rear
No local fence height restriction found — no zoning ordinance. State building code applies.
Height Notes
Toombs County has a Building Permit Ordinance but NO zoning ordinance.
Pool Fences
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Materials Allowed
No local restrictions beyond state building code.
Setbacks
Cannot be in public right-of-way.
Source
https://toombscountyga.gov/ordinances/
Notes
Rural county — no zoning code. Building Permit Ordinance only.

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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