Gwinnett County UDO designates specimen trees (typically 27"+ DBH hardwoods; lower thresholds for pines and specific species) as protected. Removal on development sites requires approval and enhanced replacement ratios.
Under Gwinnett's Unified Development Ordinance tree standards, specimen trees are defined by species-specific DBH thresholds (approximately 27 inches DBH for most hardwoods, lower for pines and flowering species). These trees require identification on development plans and enhanced protection during construction (tree protection fencing at drip line). Removal without approval on an active development triggers replacement at 3:1 or higher ratios plus penalties.
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Gwinnett County Animal Control Ordinance (Chapter 10) treats persistent barking as public nuisance. 20+ minutes continuous or intermittent barking disturbing...
Gwinnett County, GA
Amplified music audible at property line after 11 PM prohibited in unincorporated Gwinnett. Outdoor events require special event permit from county.
Gwinnett County, GA
UDO §230-20.4 restricts RVs, boats, and trailers in residential zones to side/rear yard, behind the front building line. Max one RV per lot. Cannot be occupi...
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Abandoned vehicles regulated under GA Code §40-11-1+ (10 days on public property). Code Enforcement addresses inoperable vehicles in unincorporated areas. Co...
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Driveways must be paved (concrete/asphalt/pavers) within 20 ft of right-of-way per UDO §230-5.2. One curb cut per lot unless corner lot. Max 30% front-yard c...
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UDO §230-20.5 prohibits parking commercial vehicles over 12,500 lbs GVWR, tractor-trailers, dump trucks, or vehicles with 2+ axles in residential zones. Serv...
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