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Burke County

Fence Rules in Waynesboro, Georgia

Last verified: May 26, 2026

This page is maintained manually and may not reflect very recent ordinance changes — always confirm current rules with your local permitting office.

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At a glance

In Waynesboro, fence height limits are: front yards — Refer to Chapter 126 Zoning Ordinance on Municode; side and rear yards — Refer to Chapter 126 Zoning Ordinance on Municode.

Contact Waynesboro Planning Department. Chapter 126 (Zoning) on Municode.

Pool fences in Waynesboro: Georgia state building code applies.

Fence Regulations

Waynesboro

Permit Requirements
Contact Waynesboro Planning Department. Chapter 126 (Zoning) on Municode.
Height - Front Yard
Refer to Chapter 126 Zoning Ordinance on Municode.
Height - Side/Rear
Refer to Chapter 126 Zoning Ordinance on Municode.
Height Notes
County seat (pop ~5,300). Zoning ordinance exists on Municode but specific fence heights not retrievable online.
Notes
County seat of Burke County.

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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