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

The minimum permit fee is $50.00 (Electrical Permit). Fees are calculated as: Flat fees by permit type (driveway permits, location permits for manufactured homes, residential or commercial building permits, additions, electrical permits).

What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Evans County, GA?

The following work is generally exempt: Utility restoration after nonpayment or weather-related interruption (electrical only). Note: Electrical permit ordinance does not apply when electrical service is being connected to a commercial business

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

Inspections can be scheduled via: .

County Building Permits

Evans County, GA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Georgia Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Evans County exclusive of any incorporated municipality

Department: Evans County Code Enforcement
Address: 613 West Main St, Claxton, GA 30417
Phone: (912) 739-1141, Option 5; (912) 290-3510 (Code Administrator); (912) 334-0556 (Code Enforcement Officer)
Website: https://evanscounty.org/departments/code-enforcement/

Application Process

Confirm project is in unincorporated Evans County
Submit application or sworn statement to Evans County Code Enforcement with applicant's sworn certificate regarding structure size and site
Obtain Evans County Health Department site approval or onsite sewage management permit if project involves new lot, land disturbance, or onsite sewage management
Pay applicable county fee from current Schedule of Fees
For pre-owned manufactured homes, submit affidavit, photographs, refundable bond or cash deposit, and permit/inspection fees
Arrange required inspection after installation or construction completion

Typical processing time: 30 days (manufactured homes); general building permits have no published timeline

Source: Evans County Code Enforcement

General Requirements

Any person desiring to place, construct, or replace a structure, addition, or building of any kind in unincorporated Evans County must submit an application. Environmental conservation ordinance also requires permits before buildings, mobile homes, structures, or land are erected, constructed, located, moved, used, subdivided, altered, or disturbed.

Required Documents

Application with applicant's sworn certificate regarding structure size and site
For manufactured homes: affidavit, interior and exterior photographs, refundable guarantee of condition bond or cash deposit
For septic-related projects: county health department site approval or onsite sewage management permit

Building code: Georgia state minimum construction codes apply statewide; county maintains local ordinances for building and placement, electrical permits, manufactured homes, and environmental conservation and onsite sewage management
Owner-builder: County forms require sworn property-owner statements for certain project types
Contractor requirements: Georgia state licensure applies where required, including residential contractor licensure on covered projects over $2,500 and Georgia trade licensure for electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and related work

Fees

Minimum permit fee: $50.00 (Electrical Permit)
Permit fee formula: Flat fees by permit type (driveway permits, location permits for manufactured homes, residential or commercial building permits, additions, electrical permits)
Reinspection fee: $250.00 (for each follow-up inspection after initial manufactured home inspection included in permit fee)
Penalty (no permit): Ordinance violations may be prosecuted as misdemeanors
Payment note: Applications will not be processed until permit fees are paid in full; fees must be paid in advance at time of application

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule (effective 2026 Fiscal Year).

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Evans County Code Enforcement to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

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Inspection hours: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday

Typical inspection sequence: Pre-owned manufactured homes are inspected after installation is complete and before certificate of occupancy is issued. Driveway permits also require post-installation certification and Public Works signoff.

Additional Resources

Building code: Georgia state minimum construction codes apply statewide; county maintains local ordinances for building and placement, electrical permits, manufactured homes, and environmental conservation and onsite sewage management
Verify contractor license: Georgia Secretary of State - Contractor Licensing
County Contact Page
County Services Directory
Driveway Application Form
Manufactured Home Placement Sworn Statement
Non-Occupied Structure Sworn Statement
Georgia State Minimum Construction Codes
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 Evans County Code Enforcement before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Evans County Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Evans County, GA?: Any person desiring to place, construct, or replace a structure, addition, or building of any kind in unincorporated Evans County must submit an application. Environmental conservation ordinance also requires permits before buildings, mobile homes, structures, or land are erected, constructed, located, moved, used, subdivided, altered, or disturbed.
How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Evans County, GA?: The minimum permit fee is $50.00 (Electrical Permit). Fees are calculated as: Flat fees by permit type (driveway permits, location permits for manufactured homes, residential or commercial building permits, additions, electrical permits).
How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Evans County, GA?: 1. Confirm project is in unincorporated Evans County 2. Submit application or sworn statement to Evans County Code Enforcement with applicant's sworn certificate regarding structure size and site 3. Obtain Evans County Health Department site approval or onsite sewage management permit if project involves new lot, land disturbance, or onsite sewage management 4. Pay applicable county fee from current Schedule of Fees 5. For pre-owned manufactured homes, submit affidavit, photographs, refundable bond or cash deposit, and permit/inspection fees 6. Arrange required inspection after installation or construction completion
How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Evans County, GA?: Typical processing time is 30 days (manufactured homes); general building permits have no published timeline.
What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Evans County, GA?: The following work is generally exempt: Utility restoration after nonpayment or weather-related interruption (electrical only). Note: Electrical permit ordinance does not apply when electrical service is being connected to a commercial business
How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Evans County, GA?: Inspections can be scheduled via: .

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