Warner Robins, GA Accessory Structures: Shed & Carport Rules (2026)

2 governs roofed accessory structures, which covers storage sheds: any roofed accessory structure larger than 20 square feet needs a building permit from the city before it goes up, and an application that meets the section's requirements is approved administratively without a public hearing. The permit application must show the proposed use and a drawing with the exact location and distances to adjacent property lines. Four standards apply to every such structure: it must sit no closer than 5 feet to the side or rear lot line, or within an easement; it must be located in the rear yard; it cannot exceed two stories; and the combined footprint of all roofed accessory structures on the lot cannot exceed 30 percent of the rear yard.

7 adds that any accessory building needs a permit regardless of size if it will have electrical, mechanical, or plumbing systems, such as a wired garden shed. 2 sets a parallel standard for detached accessory buildings generally: no more than two stories, built on no more than 30 percent of the rear yard, and no closer than 5 feet to the side or rear lot lines. 3. 6, and must meet the main building's full setback and coverage rules instead of the accessory standards.