Accessory Structures in Walker County, GA (2026)
3 rules for unincorporated Walker County, Georgia.
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ADU Rules
In unincorporated Walker County, accessory apartments are a listed part of the Residential use category, so an ADU is only allowed on land zoned for Residential use under the county's land use tables. Any accessory apartment must also meet the site development standards, including setbacks, that apply to its own zoning district before Planning and Development will sign off.
Walker County ADU and Accessory Apartment Zoning Rules
Some RestrictionsWalker County Code § 22-147(a)(2), (b)(1)a, (b)(1)c.1
(2)Accessory uses and structures. Accessory uses and structures are allowed in any land use district in connection with any lawfully existing principal use. All accessory structures or uses shall meet the requirements for the land use district in which the structure or use is located as provided in division 3 of this article pertaining to site development standards. ... a.The residential use ca...
Shed & Carport Rules
In the R-1 residential district of unincorporated Walker County, a shed or other detached accessory building can only go in the rear yard, at least 15 feet off the side and rear property lines. The zoning code also bars placing any accessory building on a lot with no principal dwelling on it.
Walker County R-1 Accessory Building Setback Rule
Some RestrictionsWalker County Code § 22-147(b)(1)c.1
1.Accessory buildings may be constructed, provided such shall be permitted only in a rear yard and shall not be less than 15 feet from the side and rear property lines. An accessory building may not be built on a vacant lot.
Tiny Homes
In unincorporated Walker County, a residential structure under 500 square feet is legally a tiny home and needs a conditional use permit before Planning and Development will issue a building permit. Tiny homes are allowed only in the A-1, R-A, R-1, R-2 and R-3 zones, never in C-1 or industrial zones, and must sit at least 300 feet from any other home unless the Planning Commission grants a variance.
Tiny Homes in Unincorporated Walker County
Some RestrictionsWalker County Code § 22-26(2)b.2
Any residential structure with less than 500 square feet is to be defined as a "tiny home." A tiny home is allowed as a conditional use in the following zones: A-1, R-A, R-1, R-2, and R-3. A property owner must comply with the requirements and procedure for obtaining a conditional use, as set forth in this Code. A tiny home is not permitted in either a C-1 or an I zone. ... (iii)A tiny home sha...
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