Retaining walls over 4 feet high (measured from bottom of footing to top of wall) or supporting a surcharge require engineered design and building permit. Walls under 4 ft with no surcharge may not need permit.
Snellville applies GA Residential Code thresholds for retaining walls: walls over 4 feet high (footing to top) require engineered plans and a building permit. Walls supporting any surcharge (driveway, structure, sloped fill) require engineering regardless of height. Drainage provisions, proper drainage fabric, and weep holes are typically required. Segmental block walls must follow manufacturer specifications. Walls in easements or near property lines require survey.
Unpermitted wall: stop-work, fines, potential removal if non-compliant. Failure can cause property damage and liability.
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Amplified music plainly audible at property lines or beyond 100 feet prohibited, especially during quiet hours (11 PM-7 AM). Commercial establishments along ...
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Persistent barking disturbing neighbors violates Snellville's noise ordinance and Gwinnett County animal control rules. Continuous barking for 10+ minutes or...
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RVs, boats, and trailers generally prohibited in front yards in residential zones. Must be stored in rear/side yard behind setback line, often screened. Temp...
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Abandoned vehicles regulated under GA Code §40-11-1+ (10 days on public property). Snellville Code Enforcement addresses inoperable vehicles on residential p...
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Driveways must be paved (concrete, asphalt, or pavers) in residential zones. Curb cuts require city engineering approval. Parking on front lawns prohibited.
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Commercial vehicles over 3/4 ton or with commercial signage/equipment (dump trucks, box trucks, tractor-trailers) prohibited overnight in residential zones. ...
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