Height Limits: Acworth vs Smyrna
How do height limits rules compare between Acworth, GA and Smyrna, GA?
Acworth and Smyrna have similar restriction levels.
Acworth, GA
Cobb County
Acworth Zoning §73-152 — fence heights regulated by location. Generally 6 ft in residential side/rear yards. Retaining walls ≥4 ft must have a safety fence ≥36 inches at the top. Pool barriers minimum 5 ft.
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Cobb County
Smyrna Zoning Appendix A — residential fences typically max 6 ft in side and rear yards; front yard fences generally lower (4 ft standard). Pool enclosures up to 8 ft. Verify with Planning & Zoning for specific zone.
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| Fact | Acworth | Smyrna |
|---|---|---|
| Side/Rear Yard | Generally 6 feet maximum | - |
| Pool Barrier | 5 feet minimum (Acworth stricter than state) | - |
| Retaining Wall | ≥4 ft wall requires ≥36 in safety fence at top | - |
| Ordinance | Zoning §73-152 | - |
| Contact | Development Dept: 770-974-2032 | - |
| Side/Rear Yard Max | - | 6 feet (standard residential) |
| Front Yard Max | - | 4 feet (typical) |
| Pool Enclosure | - | Up to 8 feet with permit |
| Commercial | - | Up to 8 feet; 10 feet for screening |
| Verify | - | Planning & Zoning: 678-631-5355 |
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Acworth FAQ
How tall can my fence be in Acworth?
Acworth Zoning §73-152 — fence heights regulated by location. Generally 6 ft in residential side/rear yards. Retaining walls ≥4 ft must have a safety fence ≥36 inches at the top. Pool barriers minimum 5 ft.
What is the maximum fence height for front yards in Acworth?
Side/Rear Yard: Generally 6 feet maximum. Pool Barrier: 5 feet minimum (Acworth stricter than state). Retaining Wall: ≥4 ft wall requires ≥36 in safety fence at top. Ordinance: Zoning §73-152.
Smyrna FAQ
How tall can my fence be in Smyrna?
Smyrna Zoning Appendix A — residential fences typically max 6 ft in side and rear yards; front yard fences generally lower (4 ft standard). Pool enclosures up to 8 ft. Verify with Planning & Zoning for specific zone.
What is the maximum fence height for front yards in Smyrna?
Side/Rear Yard Max: 6 feet (standard residential). Front Yard Max: 4 feet (typical). Pool Enclosure: Up to 8 feet with permit. Commercial: Up to 8 feet; 10 feet for screening.
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