County Building Permits

Echols County, GA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Georgia Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Countywide unincorporated areas. Echols County has no incorporated municipalities.

Department
Echols County Board of Commissioners
Address
110 General Deloach Street, Statenville, GA 31648
Phone
229-559-6538
Website
https://echolscountyga.com/

Application Process

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Source: Echols County Board of Commissioners

General Requirements

The county enforces mandatory building and fire codes via county building inspector. Permits are required before a mobile home is moved into Echols County or relocated within the county. No general permit-trigger list is published for other building types.

Required Documents

  • Property owner name and land lot number
  • Mobile home year, model, manufacturer, and serial number (if applicable)
  • Name of certified mover and electrician (for mobile homes)
  • Septic tank permit from the Health Department
  • Confirmation from Tax Commissioner's office that mobile home taxes have been paid (for mobile homes)
  • Proof of compliance with county minimum lot-size rule
Building code
Georgia's statewide minimum standard construction codes apply (2024 International Building Code with Georgia Amendments, 2024 International Residential Code with Georgia Amendments, 2024 International Plumbing Code with Georgia Amendments, 2024 International Mechanical Code with Georgia Amendments, 2024 International Fuel Gas Code with Georgia Amendments, 2023 National Electrical Code with Georgia Amendments, and related statewide codes). No county-specific local amendments were found online.
Owner-builder
No Echols County public owner-builder rule was found in available materials.
Contractor requirements
Georgia state law requires residential and general contractors to be licensed by the State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors for covered work, including residential contracting over $2,500. Mobile home permits specifically require certified mover and electrician.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$150.00
Permit fee formula
Flat $150.00 fee for mobile home permits. No valuation-based formula found for other permit types.
Penalty (no permit)
Mobile homes older than 12 years moved into county without required inspection will be condemned; owner has 15 days to remove or faces daily fine (amount not specified).
Payment note
Payment is made to ECBOC (Echols County Board of Commissioners). No online payment instructions found.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Echols County Board of Commissioners to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

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Inspection hours
Board of Commissioners office open Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Typical inspection sequence: For mobile homes: obtain permit, move and set home, complete wiring and plumbing installation, then call inspector so power may be turned on. Homes older than 12 years must be inspected and brought to code before entry into county.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Echols County Board of Commissioners before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Echols County Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Echols County, GA?
The county enforces mandatory building and fire codes via county building inspector. Permits are required before a mobile home is moved into Echols County or relocated within the county. No general permit-trigger list is published for other building types.
How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Echols County, GA?
The minimum permit fee is $150.00. Fees are calculated as: Flat $150.00 fee for mobile home permits. No valuation-based formula found for other permit types..
How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Echols County, GA?
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How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Echols County, GA?
Inspections can be scheduled via: .

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