Henry County fence permit rules
Fence rules in Henry 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 Hampton | Ask | — | — | (770) 946-4306 |
| City of Locust Grove | Ask | 8 ft general maximum | 4 ft max of chainlink in residential front yard; may not restrict view by more than 50 percent | (770) 957-5043 |
| City of McDonough | Yes | 6 ft | 4 ft within required front setback | 678-782-6224 |
| City of Stockbridge | Yes | 6 ft | 4 ft max in residential front yard and may not restrict view by more than 50 percent | (770) 389-7900 |
| Unincorporated Henry County | Ask | — | — | (770) 288-6051 |
Not sure which municipality you're in? Your tax bill names it, or look up your address.