Georgia law applies in Brookhaven: fences must be entirely on the owner's property. No city ordinance requires neighbor consent. Boundary disputes are civil matters. Surveys are strongly recommended before installation to confirm property lines.
Under Georgia law and Brookhaven's ordinances, fences must be placed entirely on the installing owner's property. Neighbor approval is not required by city ordinance, though it is courteous to inform neighbors before installation. Property surveys are strongly recommended to prevent encroachment disputes. If a fence straddles a property line (party fence), cost sharing is a civil matter between owners.
Building on neighbor's property: civil liability. Encroachment: forced removal possible by court order.
Brookhaven, GA
Construction in Brookhaven is restricted by Ch. 7, §7-196. Permitted hours: Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–7:00 PM; Saturday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. No construction on Sunda...
Brookhaven, GA
Barking dogs in Brookhaven are regulated under the general noise ordinance (Ch. 16, Art. VII) and the Animals ordinance (Ch. 5). Persistent barking constitut...
Brookhaven, GA
Brookhaven's noise ordinance is codified in Chapter 16, Article VII. General quiet hours prohibit disturbing noise in residential areas. Non-commercial lands...
Brookhaven, GA
Brookhaven regulates amplified music under the general noise ordinance. Sound permits available for events. O.C.G.A. §16-11-39 applies to unreasonable distur...
Brookhaven, GA
Parking of RVs, boats, and trailers in Brookhaven residential areas is regulated by the Zoning Ordinance (Ch. 27). Long-term storage in front yards or on pub...
Brookhaven, GA
Street parking in Brookhaven follows standard Georgia parking regulations and city ordinances. No parking within 15 feet of a fire hydrant, no blocking drive...
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