Miller County, GA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

Applies only to unincorporated Miller County. The county Building and Planning Department inspects all construction in both unincorporated and incorporated areas of Miller County for compliance with adopted building codes.

Department

Miller County Building and Planning Department

Address

111 North 1st Street, Colquitt, GA 39837

Phone

229-758-4100

Email

info@millercountyga.gov

Website

https://www.millercountyga.gov/building.html

Application Process

1. Confirm the parcel is in unincorporated Miller County and not inside the City of Colquitt.
2. Review the county Building and Planning page for the applicable form set.
3. Download, print, and complete the applicable forms, including Building Permit Application and any relevant affidavits (Home Owners Affidavit, Construction Affidavit, Electrical Affidavit, Elevation Affidavit, Renovations and Alterations Affidavit, Pool Permit Application, or Sign Permit Application).
4. Submit the application packet to the Miller County Building Department at 111 North 1st Street, Colquitt, Georgia via fax, postal service, or hand delivery.
5. County staff review the application for code compliance and contractor certification status.
6. Pay the required fee amount once assigned.
7. Obtain the issued permit before starting work.
8. Coordinate required inspections with the Building and Planning Department during construction.

Source: Miller County Building and Planning Department

General Requirements

The county Building and Planning Department inspects all construction for compliance with adopted building codes. Building, pool, and sign permits are publicly available.

Required Documents

• Building Permit Application
• Home Owners Affidavit (if applicable)
• Construction Affidavit
• Electrical Affidavit
• Elevation Affidavit
• Renovations and Alterations Affidavit (if applicable)
• Pool Permit Application (if applicable)
• Pool Requirements (if applicable)
• Sign Permit Application (if applicable)

Building code

Miller County Code of Ordinances, Chapter 18, Article II, Section 18-31 adopts by reference the International Building Code, National Electrical Code, International Fuel Gas Code, International Mechanical Code, International Plumbing Code, International Residential Code for 1- and 2-family dwellings, International Energy Conservation Code, and International Fire Code, as amended pursuant to O.C.G.A. 8-2-25. Georgia statewide minimum codes administered by DCA also apply.

Owner-builder

The county publicly lists a Home Owners Affidavit, indicating an owner-builder affidavit requirement may apply when the owner acts as builder, but no public explanatory handout text was retrievable from the county website.

Contractor requirements

The county states it verifies that all contractors licensed by the state have current certifications. Georgia state licensure rules for residential and general contractors apply as applicable through the Georgia Secretary of State.

Fees

Payment note

No public online payment workflow was identified for building permits. The linked county Permit Fee Schedule was inaccessible at the time of review. Applicants should confirm current fees and payment method directly with Miller County Building and Planning.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Miller County Building and Planning Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Inspection hours

Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Typical inspection sequence: Not publicly posted; contact the Building and Planning Department by phone or in person.

Additional Resources

• Building code: Miller County Code of Ordinances, Chapter 18, Article II, Section 18-31 adopts by reference the International Building Code, National Electrical Code, International Fuel Gas Code, International Mechanical Code, International Plumbing Code, International Residential Code for 1- and 2-family dwellings, International Energy Conservation Code, and International Fire Code, as amended pursuant to O.C.G.A. 8-2-25. Georgia statewide minimum codes administered by DCA also apply.
• Verify contractor license: Georgia Construction License Lookup
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• Miller County Code of Ordinances
• Georgia DCA State Minimum Codes
• License lookup guide: Georgia Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Georgia Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Georgia hub: Georgia Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Miller County Building Permit FAQ

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

The county Building and Planning Department inspects all construction for compliance with adopted building codes. Building, pool, and sign permits are publicly available.

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

1. Confirm the parcel is in unincorporated Miller County and not inside the City of Colquitt. 2. Review the county Building and Planning page for the applicable form set. 3. Download, print, and complete the applicable forms, including Building Permit Application and any relevant affidavits (Home Owners Affidavit, Construction Affidavit, Electrical Affidavit, Elevation Affidavit, Renovations and Alterations Affidavit, Pool Permit Application, or Sign Permit Application). 4. Submit the application packet to the Miller County Building Department at 111 North 1st Street, Colquitt, Georgia via fax, postal service, or hand delivery. 5. County staff review the application for code compliance and contractor certification status. 6. Pay the required fee amount once assigned. 7. Obtain the issued permit before starting work. 8. Coordinate required inspections with the Building and Planning Department during construction.