Residential structure heights in unincorporated Fulton County are capped at 35 ft in R-1 through R-3 zones under Zoning Article 5. Cities set their own limits (Atlanta R-5 is 35 ft).
Article 5 of the Fulton County Zoning Resolution limits residential buildings to 35 ft and 2.5 stories in R-1 through R-3 zones. Multi-family R-5/R-6 allow 45 ft. Commercial varies by district up to 60 ft. Sandy Springs caps SFR at 35 ft. Atlanta R-5 = 35 ft, R-4A = 35 ft. Steeples, antennas, chimneys, and mechanical penthouses are exempt. Hillside variance may apply.
Construction exceeding height: stop-work, possible required reduction; permit revocation.
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