Cobb Zoning Ord. §134 sets residential setbacks by district: R-80 (50/15/40 ft), R-30 (40/10/35 ft), R-20 (35/10/30 ft), R-15 (35/10/30 ft), R-12 (35/10/30 ft). Accessory structures typically 10 ft rear / 5 ft side.
Building setbacks in unincorporated Cobb County are governed by the Zoning Ordinance (Ch. 134) and vary by district. Key residential figures: R-80 (2-acre minimum): front 50 ft, side 15 ft, rear 40 ft. R-40: 50/15/40. R-30: 40/10/35. R-20: 35/10/30. R-15: 35/10/30. R-12: 35/10/30. R-30 corner lots require double-front-yard setback on the secondary street. Accessory structures (sheds, detached garages) generally require 10-ft rear and 5-ft side setback (see Ch. 134). Overlay districts (Mableton Form-Based Code, Powder Springs Road, Cumberland Community Improvement District, Town Center CID) impose additional standards and build-to lines. Variances go to the Cobb County Board of Zoning Appeals — application through Community Development, typical 6-week review. Front-porch encroachments up to 10 ft permitted in most R districts.
Building inside setback: stop-work order, plans correction, $250–$2,500 fine; demolition possible if not corrected. Variance application fee ~$400 plus notice costs.
Marietta, GA
Marietta Code Pt. 10, Ch. 10-6 — sound levels capped at 65 dBA daytime and 60 dBA nighttime at receiving property line. Quiet hours 11 PM–7 AM. Violations re...
Marietta, GA
Marietta Code Pt. 10, Ch. 10-6 — animals prohibited from making continuous noise for more than 10 minutes or intermittent noise for more than 30 minutes. Com...
Marietta, GA
Marietta Code Pt. 10, Ch. 10-6 — construction noise subject to general noise decibel limits. Industry practice and permit conditions typically restrict loud ...
Marietta, GA
Marietta regulates amplified music under the general noise ordinance. Sound permits available for events. O.C.G.A. §16-11-39 applies to unreasonable disturba...
Marietta, GA
Marietta follows standard GA traffic code for street parking. All vehicles must be operable and parked on approved surfaces. No parking on grass in residenti...
Marietta, GA
Marietta requires all vehicles to park on concrete, asphalt, or other approved hardened surfaces. Parking on grass, dirt, or gravel is a code violation. Driv...
See how Marietta's setback rules rules stack up against other locations.
Help us keep this page accurate. If you notice an error or outdated information, let us know.