Acworth, GA Accessory Structures: Carport Rules (2026)

Acworth Chapter 73 (Zoning) regulates carports as accessory structures rather than principal buildings. Accessory structures must be located on the same lot as the principal use and placed to the side or rear of the principal building at least 5 feet from any side or rear lot line. On corner lots, an accessory structure may not be closer to any right-of-way than the principal building, which effectively imposes the principal-use front setback on street-facing carports. Any accessory building exceeding 1,500 square feet of gross floor area must meet the principal-use setback standards and be architecturally compatible with the main dwelling. Unenclosed carports and front porches may not be used to store any materials other than firewood or recyclable materials kept inside a city-approved container, restricting open-side carports to vehicle parking and limited approved storage. Building permits and zoning verification are issued through the Acworth Development Department (770-974-2032); confirm permit fees and any setback variances with that department before construction.