Accessory Structures in Augusta-Richmond County, GA (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Augusta-Richmond County, Georgia.
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Shed & Carport Rules
In Augusta-Richmond County R-1 zoning, accessory buildings and sheds are capped at one story and 18 feet, banned from front yards except carports and garages, and require a 10-foot rear setback plus the standard side setback.
Augusta-Richmond County Accessory Building & Shed Rules
Some RestrictionsAugusta-Richmond County Code, Tit. 8, Ch. 5 (Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance), § 8-4
Accessory buildings not more than one (1) story and no more than 18 feet in height as measured in Section 2: Building Height. The accessory structure shall not be taller than the primary structure when viewed from the street.(a)All accessory buildings shall have the side yard setback required for principal structures...(b)rear yard setback of not less than ten (10) feet...(c)Except for carports...
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