How much does a building permit cost in Homeland, GA?

The minimum permit fee is 25. Fees are calculated as: Mostly flat-fee county schedule by permit type, with some per-square-foot and per-unit fees. Plan check fee: 50.

How do I apply for a building permit in Homeland, GA?

1. Confirm the parcel is inside Homeland city limits. 2. Contact Charlton County Permitting at (912) 496-3826. No Homeland-specific building-permit application page or portal was located; the public county materials are the only verified permit packet and inspection resources for construction work in Charlton County. 3. If the project may involve municipal utility, street, or other city-specific issues, also contact Homeland City Hall at (912) 496-7332 because no public Homeland permit-routing memo or ordinance was located. 4. Complete the county building permit packet and assemble the checklist materials required by the county permitting office, including plans, septic proof, application, homeowner affidavit if applicable, site plan, and any flood-zone or land-disturbance items that apply. 5. Wait for permit issuance before starting work. The county doubles the permit fee if construction is begun or completed without the permit. 6. Schedule inspections by calling the county inspection line at (912) 496-3826. Requests are scheduled for the next day.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Homeland, GA?

Inspections can be scheduled via: .

City Building Permits

Homeland, GA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Homeland, Georgia. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Georgia Charlton County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

No Homeland-specific public building-permit application page, city permit packet, or city code section describing a separate Homeland building department was located. The verified public record points to Charlton County's permitting office and inspection staff as the published building-permit and inspection pathway used in the county, with Homeland City Hall serving as the municipal contact point.

Department: Charlton County Permitting, Building Inspections, and Code Enforcement
Address: 68 Kingsland Dr., Suite C, Folkston, GA 31537
Phone: (912) 496-3826
Email: sreynolds@charltoncountyga.gov
Website: https://charltoncountyga.us/281/City-of-Homeland

Application Process

Confirm the parcel is inside Homeland city limits.
Contact Charlton County Permitting at (912) 496-3826. No Homeland-specific building-permit application page or portal was located; the public county materials are the only verified permit packet and inspection resources for construction work in Charlton County.
If the project may involve municipal utility, street, or other city-specific issues, also contact Homeland City Hall at (912) 496-7332 because no public Homeland permit-routing memo or ordinance was located.
Complete the county building permit packet and assemble the checklist materials required by the county permitting office, including plans, septic proof, application, homeowner affidavit if applicable, site plan, and any flood-zone or land-disturbance items that apply.
Wait for permit issuance before starting work. The county doubles the permit fee if construction is begun or completed without the permit.
Schedule inspections by calling the county inspection line at (912) 496-3826. Requests are scheduled for the next day.

Source: Charlton County Permitting, Building Inspections, and Code Enforcement

General Requirements

Any construction project over 150 square feet must be permitted. Any mobile home being set up in Charlton County must be permitted. Land disturbance over one acre requires a land disturbance permit.

Required Documents

Two sets of plans
Completed application
Truss package if applicable
Septic permit proof
Homeowner acting as contractor agreement if applicable
Code summary acknowledgement if needed
Site development plan
Elevation certificate if building in a flood zone
Proof of county land-disturbance permit if disturbing more than one acre

Permit validity: No Homeland-specific public validity rule was located. For mobile-home move-on permits, the setup process must be completed within 60 days after issuance and passed inspections, or another permit must be purchased at full price.
Building code: International Building Code (IBC) 2018 and International Residential Code (IRC) 2018 with Georgia Amendments. County permit checklist lists IBC 2018, IRC 2018, IFC 2018, IPC 2018, IMC 2018, IFGC 2018, NEC 2017, IECC 2015, and ISPSC 2018 with Georgia Amendments. Georgia DCA minimum standard codes apply statewide.
Owner-builder: Owner must reside in the structure and not offer it for sale or rent for at least two years after certificate of occupancy issuance. Owner acts as general contractor and must use properly licensed subcontractors for electrical, plumbing, and conditioned-air work.
Contractor requirements: All electrical, mechanical, and plumbing work must be performed by Georgia-licensed contractors with no exceptions. The state-licensed contractor must pull all construction permits by law, subject to the county's stated homeowner exception for building one's own home every two years.

Fees

Minimum permit fee: 25
Plan check fee: 50
Permit fee formula: Mostly flat-fee county schedule by permit type, with some per-square-foot and per-unit fees
Trade permit fee: 50
Reinspection fee: 50
Penalty (no permit): Doubled permit fee if work begins or is completed without the permit
Payment note: No separate Homeland permit payment page or online payment workflow for building permits was identified

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Charlton County Permitting, Building Inspections, and Code Enforcement to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

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Inspection hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Time windows: Inspection requests are scheduled for the next day

Typical inspection sequence: Verified public sequence is permit issuance, county inspection requests by phone, required inspections during construction, and final approval before occupancy. For mobile homes: Inspection 1 for anchoring, utilities, and setup items, then Inspection 2 for 911 address posting and skirting, followed by certificate of occupancy.

Additional Resources

Building code: International Building Code (IBC) 2018 and International Residential Code (IRC) 2018 with Georgia Amendments. County permit checklist lists IBC 2018, IRC 2018, IFC 2018, IPC 2018, IMC 2018, IFGC 2018, NEC 2017, IECC 2015, and ISPSC 2018 with Georgia Amendments. Georgia DCA minimum standard codes apply statewide.
Verify contractor license: Georgia Secretary of State Contractor License Board
Owner-builder rules: View rules
License lookup guide: Georgia Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Georgia Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Georgia hub: Georgia Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Charlton County Permitting, Building Inspections, and Code Enforcement before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Homeland Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Homeland, GA?: Any construction project over 150 square feet must be permitted. Any mobile home being set up in Charlton County must be permitted. Land disturbance over one acre requires a land disturbance permit.
How much does a building permit cost in Homeland, GA?: The minimum permit fee is 25. Fees are calculated as: Mostly flat-fee county schedule by permit type, with some per-square-foot and per-unit fees. Plan check fee: 50.
How do I apply for a building permit in Homeland, GA?: 1. Confirm the parcel is inside Homeland city limits. 2. Contact Charlton County Permitting at (912) 496-3826. No Homeland-specific building-permit application page or portal was located; the public county materials are the only verified permit packet and inspection resources for construction work in Charlton County. 3. If the project may involve municipal utility, street, or other city-specific issues, also contact Homeland City Hall at (912) 496-7332 because no public Homeland permit-routing memo or ordinance was located. 4. Complete the county building permit packet and assemble the checklist materials required by the county permitting office, including plans, septic proof, application, homeowner affidavit if applicable, site plan, and any flood-zone or land-disturbance items that apply. 5. Wait for permit issuance before starting work. The county doubles the permit fee if construction is begun or completed without the permit. 6. Schedule inspections by calling the county inspection line at (912) 496-3826. Requests are scheduled for the next day.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Homeland, GA?: Inspections can be scheduled via: .

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