Colquitt County, GA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

Applies in unincorporated Colquitt County. The county Compliance page also says the office provides inspection of construction for the small municipalities of Colquitt County.

Department

Colquitt County Compliance Office

Address

Colquitt County Courthouse Annex, 101 East Central Ave., Office 109, Moultrie, GA 31768

Phone

229-616-7417

Email

compliance@colquittcountyga.gov

Website

https://www.colquittcountyga.gov/departments/compliance.php

Application Process

1. Use the county Compliance page to confirm permit type and fee schedule.
2. Download the county Construction Permit Application and, if needed, the Homeowner Affidavit.
3. Assemble the required packet listed on the permit form, including the fully completed application, driveway permit if applicable, one printed or digital copy of plans, and Health Department approval of septic and water when applicable.
4. Submit the package to the Compliance Office and pay the applicable permit fee.
5. If owner-building, submit the notarized homeowner affidavit and deed before permit issuance.
6. Coordinate required inspections with county Compliance and complete the work through final approval.

Source: Colquitt County Compliance Office

General Requirements

County public materials show permits for new construction, additions and renovations, solar installations, communication towers, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, demolition, reroofing, relocation of manufactured homes and houses, and driveway permits.

Required Documents

• Fully completed permit application
• One printed or digital copy of building plans
• Driveway permit if applicable
• Health Department septic and water approval if applicable
• Contractor and subcontractor information
• Homeowner affidavit and copy of deed if owner-occupant is applying without a licensed contractor

Permit validity

The county application has an expiration field, but no public rule stating the permit duration was located.

Building code

Georgia State Minimum Standard Construction Codes apply statewide. The county permit form states all construction will comply with the International Building Codes and others as adopted by the State of Georgia and Colquitt County.

Owner-builder

County Compliance states it will only issue a permit to either a state licensed contractor or to the owner-occupant of a residential property; the homeowner affidavit must be notarized and accompanied by proof of ownership.

Contractor requirements

Georgia state licensing rules apply; county owner affidavit expressly references state licensing requirements.

Fees

Plan check fee

No separate public plan review fee identified

Permit fee formula

New building fees are square-foot based by heated, unheated, residential, commercial, and storage or agricultural use; trade permits and many specialty permits are flat fees

Trade permit fee

$100 residential and $250 commercial

Penalty (no permit)

All permit fees are doubled if permits are not obtained before work starts; moving a manufactured home or house without permit is fined $250 plus the permit fee

Payment note

No dedicated public online permit-payment portal identified

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Colquitt County Compliance Office 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.

Typical inspection sequence: No detailed county-published inspection sequence was located in the reviewed public materials

Additional Resources

• Building code: Georgia State Minimum Standard Construction Codes apply statewide. The county permit form states all construction will comply with the International Building Codes and others as adopted by the State of Georgia and Colquitt County.
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• License lookup guide: Georgia Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Georgia Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Georgia hub: Georgia Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Colquitt County Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Colquitt County, GA?

County public materials show permits for new construction, additions and renovations, solar installations, communication towers, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, demolition, reroofing, relocation of manufactured homes and houses, and driveway permits.

How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Colquitt County, GA?

Fees are calculated as: New building fees are square-foot based by heated, unheated, residential, commercial, and storage or agricultural use; trade permits and many specialty permits are flat fees. Plan check fee: No separate public plan review fee identified.

How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Colquitt County, GA?

1. Use the county Compliance page to confirm permit type and fee schedule. 2. Download the county Construction Permit Application and, if needed, the Homeowner Affidavit. 3. Assemble the required packet listed on the permit form, including the fully completed application, driveway permit if applicable, one printed or digital copy of plans, and Health Department approval of septic and water when applicable. 4. Submit the package to the Compliance Office and pay the applicable permit fee. 5. If owner-building, submit the notarized homeowner affidavit and deed before permit issuance. 6. Coordinate required inspections with county Compliance and complete the work through final approval.

How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Colquitt County, GA?

Inspections can be scheduled via: .