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Property Line and Fence Laws in Georgia<\/h1>\n
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As a property owner in Georgia, you have the right to exclude people and things from your land. This right extends to encroaching fences and your neighbor’s branches. Given the close proximity of homes in neighborhoods across Georgia, property line issues are not uncommon. When property disputes arise, talking things over with your neighbor can be the quickest solution. A legal solution may also be sought under Georgia’s property line and fence laws.<\/p>\n

Quick Look: Georgia Property Line and Fence Laws<\/h2>\n

This chart provides a summary of key Georgia laws relevant to property line and fence disputes.<\/p>\n\n
State Statutes<\/b><\/td>\n
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Remedies for Encroachment<\/b><\/td>\nWhen a neighbor place a structure that intrudes on (or over) your land, you can:<\/b>
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  • Provide a written agreement for the use<\/li>\n
  • Request the removal of the encroaching structure<\/li>\n
  • Get a survey of your property<\/li>\n
  • File an action in court<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>
Local Fence Regulations<\/b><\/td>\n