Accessory Structures in Newton County, GA (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Newton County, Georgia.
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Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Newton County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Shed & Carport Rules
A detached, one-story tool or storage shed on a lot in unincorporated Newton County needs no building permit if its floor area is 120 square feet or less. Larger accessory structures fall under the county's normal building permit process.
Newton County Accessory Shed Permit Exemption
Some RestrictionsNewton County Code § 10-4(b)(1)a
(b)Work exempt from permit. Exemption from the permit requirements of this code shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this code or any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction. Permits shall not be required for the following:(1)Building.a.One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, play...
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