Smyrna Building Division — fence permits required for most residential fences. Applications submitted online via OpenGov portal. Min $125 permit fee. Plan review 5–10 business days.
Unlike Marietta (where most residential fences don't require permits), Smyrna's Building Division requires building permits for fence construction. Applications are submitted through the online OpenGov permitting portal (smyrnaga.portal.opengov.com). Permit fees are calculated at $7.00 per $1,000 of construction cost plus 10% records fee plus $15 technology fee, with a $125 minimum. Review time is typically 5–10 business days. Fences must comply with Smyrna's zoning setback and height requirements per Appendix A.
Unpermitted fences may require removal and can result in stop-work orders.
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Smyrna regulates amplified music under the general noise ordinance. Sound permits available for events. O.C.G.A. §16-11-39 applies to unreasonable disturbances.
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Smyrna Ch. 46 noise ordinance applies to construction. Industry standard is 7 AM–7 PM weekdays. No dedicated construction-hours ordinance; general noise proh...
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Smyrna Code Ch. 46, §46-1 — noise ordinance prohibits unreasonable, disturbing sounds. Quiet hours generally 10 PM–7 AM. Complaints filed through Smyrna 311 ...
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Smyrna Ch. 46 noise ordinance covers animal noise. Excessive or prolonged barking that is plainly audible and unreasonably disturbing is a violation. Complai...
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Smyrna requires all residential vehicles to park on approved hardened surfaces. Parking on grass or unpaved areas is a code violation. Driveway construction ...
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Smyrna follows GA standards — generally one commercial vehicle ≤¾ ton permitted in residential zones. Heavier trucks, tractor-trailers, or commercial vehicle...
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