Fence Company in Alpharetta, GA

Who installs fences in Alpharetta, GA? Forsyth Fence installs fences in Alpharetta, GA, including wood privacy, aluminum, vinyl, chain-link, pool, pet, decorative, and ranch rail fencing. We're fully insured, back each installation with a 7-year workmanship warranty, and handle the HOA approval paperwork that so many Alpharetta communities require.

Last checked: October 2026. Fence rules change, so confirm with the office that covers your address before you build.

How fence rules work in Alpharetta

Alpharetta is in North Fulton County and regulates fences through its own Unified Development Code, administered by the Community Development Department. That means the Forsyth County numbers in our permit guide don't apply inside Alpharetta city limits.

If a fence design doesn't meet the code, Alpharetta's Board of Zoning Appeals hears hardship variance requests. It's worth knowing that route exists before you give up on a layout, such as a taller screen along a busy road.

Whether a permit is needed and what the height limits are for your yard type are best confirmed with Community Development before you order materials. HOA rules in Alpharetta neighborhoods can also be stricter than the city's, so the stricter of the two is the one you plan around.

What to check before you build in Alpharetta

Confirm that your property is inside Alpharetta city limits. Some addresses with an Alpharetta mailing address are outside the city.
Ask Community Development for current height, setback, and corner-lot limits for your zoning district.
Read your HOA guidelines before choosing a style or color. We handle the HOA approval paperwork.
If you want something the code doesn't allow, ask about the variance process before ordering anything.

Fence types for Alpharetta homes

Aluminum Fencing: Ornamental metal fencing is a common fit where a community wants an open look.
Wood Privacy Fencing: Privacy fencing for rear yards.
Pool Fencing: Barriers for pool and spa enclosures.

We also install other fence types, and you can request a free written estimate for your Alpharetta property.

Alpharetta fence questions

Does Alpharetta require a permit for a fence?

Check with the City of Alpharetta's Community Development Department. Permit requirements and height limits are set by the city's Unified Development Code and vary by yard type, so confirm for your lot before you build.

What if my fence design doesn't meet Alpharetta's code?

Alpharetta's Board of Zoning Appeals can hear hardship variance requests and exceptions to the Unified Development Code. Start with Community Development to see whether a variance applies to your situation.

Do Alpharetta HOAs have their own fence rules?

Many do, and HOA rules can be stricter than the city's. HOA approval is separate from any city permit, and we handle the HOA approval paperwork, with approval always up to your HOA.

Is an Alpharetta mailing address always inside Alpharetta?

No. Some properties with an Alpharetta mailing address are outside the city limits. Confirm your jurisdiction, because the city or county that regulates your fence decides which rules apply.

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Where to check the rules yourself

This page summarizes public information from the city, county, and agency pages linked above, as of October 2026. It is general information, not legal advice, and the office that covers your property has the final word.