Accessory Structures in Bulloch County, GA (2026)
2 rules for unincorporated Bulloch County, Georgia.
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ADU Rules
In unincorporated Bulloch County, one accessory dwelling per lot, garage apartment, in-law suite or guesthouse, is allowed only in AG-5, R80, R40 and R25 districts. A freestanding unit is capped at 750 to 1,500 square feet depending on district and must match the main house's exterior materials.
Bulloch County Accessory Dwelling Unit Rules
Some RestrictionsBulloch County Zoning Ordinance § 1404
Section 1404. - Accessory dwellings. (a)Accessory dwellings include, but are not limited to, site-built constructed structures including basement apartments, garage apartments, caretaker or other employee quarters, guesthouses, and other accessory dwellings.(b)Accessory dwellings are permissible within the principal dwelling or as a freestanding dwelling in the following zoning districts: AG-5,...
Shed & Carport Rules
In unincorporated Bulloch County, a shed or other detached accessory building must sit at least ten feet from the property line in most residential and agricultural districts, and always at least 12 feet from the house. Sheds must go in the rear or side yard and cannot be built before the main house exists.
Bulloch County Shed Setback and Placement Rules
Some RestrictionsBulloch County Zoning Ordinance § 1403
Section 1403. - Accessory uses. (a)They may not be located closer than ten feet to any property line in AG-5, R80, R40, R25, R15, and R8 zoning districts or five feet in R2, R3, PUD, HC, GC, NC, LI and HI zoning districts; however, this requirement does not apply to fences.(b)Accessory buildings not attached to the principal building must be located at least 12 feet from the principal building ...
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