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Upson County

Fence Rules in Unincorporated Upson County, Georgia

Last verified: May 26, 2026

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At a glance

In Unincorporated Upson County, fence height limits are: front yards — Not confirmed in accessible code; side and rear yards — Not confirmed in accessible code.

Contact Building & Zoning at county for fence requirements.

On corner lots in Unincorporated Upson County: No fence or obstruction between 3 and 15 feet height within 20 feet of intersection of street ROWs or streets and railroads.

Pool fences in Unincorporated Upson County: Must comply with state pool barrier codes.

Fence setbacks in Unincorporated Upson County: Fences, curbs, and buffers are not considered encroachments of required yards.

Prohibited fence materials in Unincorporated Upson County: Not specified in accessible code.

Fence Regulations

Unincorporated Upson County

Permit Requirements
Contact Building & Zoning at county for fence requirements.
Height - Front Yard
Not confirmed in accessible code
Height - Side/Rear
Not confirmed in accessible code
Height Notes
Appendix A Zoning on Municode/eLaws. Sight distance: no fence 3-15ft high within 20ft of intersection. Buffer screening: 6ft fence/wall. Fences not considered yard encroachments.
Pool Fences
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Corner Lots
No fence or obstruction between 3 and 15 feet height within 20 feet of intersection of street ROWs or streets and railroads
Materials Allowed
Not specified in accessible code
Materials Prohibited
Not specified in accessible code
Setbacks
Fences, curbs, and buffers are not considered encroachments of required yards
Design Requirements
Buffer screening options: vegetative screen (6ft high, 3ft wide) or fence/wall (6ft high) providing visual screening
Source
https://library.municode.com/ga/upson_county
Notes
Partial fence provisions: sight distance rules, buffer fencing, fences not yard encroachments. Specific height limits not confirmed.

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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