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Do I need a permit to put a shed in my yard?: A permit is not needed for a pre-fabricated accessory building that is 144 square-feet or less. They must be set back 5 feet from the property line.

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1. Are chickens and other fowl allowed in residential districts?: Yes, as long as they are adequately contained. Pens should be 50 feet from the property line.

2. Can you enforce our HOA rules?: No. HOA rules are not part of the county code, and we do not enforce them.

3. My neighbor doesn’t cut their grass very often. Can you help with that?: No. Hall County does not have a Property Maintenance Code.

4. Can I store a boat or RV at my home?: Yes, provided it has current tag and registration.

5. Do I need a permit to put a shed in my yard?: A permit is not needed for a pre-fabricated accessory building that is 144 square-feet or less. They must be set back 5 feet from the property line.

6. Is my neighbor allowed to have someone live in a shed/camper/RV in the yard?: No. A certificate of occupancy is required to live in a structure.

7. Where are campaign signs allowed?: They cannot be in the public right-of-way. If they are on private property, they cannot obstruct views from the roadway.

8. Do you handle sewage spills or leaks?: Contact Hall County Environmental Health and they will investigate.