Fulton County fence permit rules
Fence rules in Fulton County are set by each city and town, and by the county for unincorporated areas. Pick your city for height limits, setbacks, fees, step-by-step filing instructions and the person to call.
| Municipality | Permit? | Side/rear max | Front yard | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Alpharetta | Ask | — | — | 678-297-6080 |
| City of Atlanta | Ask | — | — | 404-546-6907 |
| City of Chattahoochee Hills | Ask | — | — | (770) 463-6566 |
| City of College Park | Ask | — | — | 404-669-3762 |
| City of East Point | Yes | — | — | — |
| City of Fairburn | Ask | 6 ft maximum; up to 7 ft in side and rear setback areas with topography or decorative features | 4 ft in a residential front yard | 770-964-2244 x 401 |
| City of Hapeville | Ask | — | — | 404-669-2100 |
| City of Johns Creek | Ask | — | — | 678-512-3250 |
| City of Milton | Ask | — | — | — |
| City of Roswell | Ask | — | — | 770-817-6720 |
| City of Sandy Springs | Yes | — | — | 770-730-5600 |
| City of South Fulton | Ask | — | — | 470-809-7200 Ext. 1 |
| City of Union City | Ask | — | — | 770-964-2288 |
| Unincorporated Fulton County | Yes | — | — | 404-612-7400 |
Not sure which municipality you're in? Your tax bill names it, or look up your address.