Beekeeping permitted in Gwinnett County, primarily in agricultural (RA-200) and larger residential zones. GA Department of Agriculture registration required. Hive setback and density limits apply in residential areas per UDO.
Gwinnett County Unified Development Ordinance allows beekeeping as an accessory use. Most suitable in RA-200 (agricultural residential) zones; limited hives allowed on larger residential lots. Georgia Department of Agriculture requires apiary registration under GA Code §2-14-40+. Hives should be set back from property lines with water source and flyway barriers. Best practice: 2-4 hives on lots under 1 acre.
Gwinnett County, GA
Gwinnett County Animal Control Ordinance (Chapter 10) treats persistent barking as public nuisance. 20+ minutes continuous or intermittent barking disturbing...
Gwinnett County, GA
Amplified music audible at property line after 11 PM prohibited in unincorporated Gwinnett. Outdoor events require special event permit from county.
Gwinnett County, GA
UDO §230-20.4 restricts RVs, boats, and trailers in residential zones to side/rear yard, behind the front building line. Max one RV per lot. Cannot be occupi...
Gwinnett County, GA
Abandoned vehicles regulated under GA Code §40-11-1+ (10 days on public property). Code Enforcement addresses inoperable vehicles in unincorporated areas. Co...
Gwinnett County, GA
Driveways must be paved (concrete/asphalt/pavers) within 20 ft of right-of-way per UDO §230-5.2. One curb cut per lot unless corner lot. Max 30% front-yard c...
Gwinnett County, GA
UDO §230-20.5 prohibits parking commercial vehicles over 12,500 lbs GVWR, tractor-trailers, dump trucks, or vehicles with 2+ axles in residential zones. Serv...
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