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Fulton County

Fence Rules in Union City, Georgia

Last verified: May 26, 2026

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At a glance

In Union City, fence height limits are: front yards — 4 ft max in any residential zoning district (along front yard boundary); side and rear yards — Per Zoning Ordinance - check with city for current limits.

Contact Community Development Department at (770) 515-7950 or visit City Hall at 5047 Union Street.

On corner lots in Union City: Standard visibility requirements.

Pool fences in Union City: Must comply with state pool safety codes.

Fence setbacks in Union City: Standard residential setbacks.

Prohibited fence materials in Union City: Not specifically listed.

Fence Regulations

Union City

Apply for Permit
Permit Requirements
Contact Community Development Department at (770) 515-7950 or visit City Hall at 5047 Union Street.
Height - Front Yard
4 ft max in any residential zoning district (along front yard boundary)
Height - Side/Rear
Per Zoning Ordinance - check with city for current limits
Height Notes
Zoning Ordinance 021825 (Feb 2025 revision available). Confirms: 'no wall or fence shall exceed four (4) feet in height within or along a boundary of a front yard.'
Pool Fences
View Pool Fence Safety Requirements
Corner Lots
Standard visibility requirements
Materials Allowed
Standard residential materials
Materials Prohibited
Not specifically listed
Historic Districts
N/A
Setbacks
Standard residential setbacks
Design Requirements
Standard residential requirements
Gates
Not specifically addressed
Retaining Walls
Subject to separate regulations
Source
https://www.unioncityga.gov/files/assets/city/v/1/community-development/documents/zoning-ordinance-082024-rev.pdf
Notes
Zoning Ordinance PDF available online (Aug 2024 rev, Feb 2025 update). Contact Planning at (770) 515-7950. 4 ft front yard confirmed. (Research verified 2026-02-04)

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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