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Building Setbacks & Zoning in Snellville, GA (2026)

3 verified building setbacks & zoning rules for Snellville, Georgia, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Setback Rules

Snellville R-100 typical setbacks: 35 ft front, 10 ft side, 30 ft rear. R-75: 30 ft front, 8 ft side, 25 ft rear. Accessory structures: 5 ft side/rear, rear yard only.

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Heavy Restrictions

Structure Height Limits

Snellville residential districts limit principal structures to 35 ft (2.5 stories typical). Accessory structures limited to 15 ft. Commercial districts vary by zone.

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Some Restrictions

Lot Coverage Limits

Snellville limits impervious lot coverage by zoning district. R-100 typically 35% maximum impervious coverage. Includes house, driveway, patios, pools, and accessory structures.

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Some Restrictions

Looking for Gwinnett County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Snellville city rules.

Building Setbacks & Zoning in Gwinnett County