Barbed wire, razor wire, and electrified fences prohibited in residential zones. Chain-link restricted from front yards. Historic district requires traditional materials only.
Lawrenceville UDO prohibits hazardous fencing materials in residential areas. Commercial properties may use barbed wire with permit (typically 6+ ft above ground). Invisible dog fences (underground) are allowed. Historic downtown requires wood pickets, brick, stone, or wrought iron consistent with period character.
Code enforcement citation; removal required. Fines $100-$500.
Lawrenceville, GA
Abandoned vehicles regulated under GA Code §40-11-1+ (10 days on public property). Lawrenceville Code Enforcement investigates property maintenance violation...
Lawrenceville, GA
Commercial vehicles over 1-ton rating or with commercial lettering prohibited from overnight parking in residential zones. Semi-trucks and trailers banned in...
Lawrenceville, GA
Dogs must be leashed or under physical restraint at all times when off the owner's property. Gwinnett County Animal Control enforces the countywide leash req...
Lawrenceville, GA
Beekeeping permitted in residential zones subject to setback and hive-density standards. Georgia Department of Agriculture registration required for all hives.
Lawrenceville, GA
Feeding wildlife that creates a nuisance or attracts bears, coyotes, or deer to residential areas is prohibited. Georgia DNR regulates deer baiting and feedi...
Lawrenceville, GA
No breed-specific restrictions. O.C.G.A. §4-8-30 preempts Georgia cities and counties from regulating dogs based on breed. Lawrenceville uses behavior-based ...
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