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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Blackshear
The joint Pierce County zoning ordinance requires a building/development permit before construction, erection, moving, demolition, or alteration of any building or structure.
Note: No public exempt-work list was found in the reviewed Pierce County or Blackshear permit materials.
Required documents
- Building permit application
- Site plan/plat drawn to scale
- One set of building drawings for new home review
- Contractor information and license number
- Homeowner affidavit if owner-builder
- Septic/well approvals if applicable
- Road Department approval if culvert/drainage review is triggered
- Building code
- Georgia State Minimum Standard Codes as currently published by DCA, including 2024 IBC, IRC, IPC, IMC, IFGC, IFC, and ISPSC, 2023 NEC, and 2015 IECC, with Georgia amendments/supplements as applicable.
- Permit validity
- Permit expires if work does not commence within 6 months, or if work is abandoned for 6 months after commencement.
- Owner-builder
- Owner may act as contractor, but must complete a homeowner affidavit and becomes responsible for the job and scheduling inspections.
- Contractor requirements
- County forms require contractor identification and license number. Georgia residential contractors performing work over $2,500 must be licensed by the Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors. Manufactured-home installers must have a valid state license.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Up to 10 business days for plan review on new home construction.
- 01 Confirm zoning and site requirements with Pierce County Planning & Codes; the county requires a site plan for the applicable zoning district.
- 02 Obtain septic and well approvals from the Health Department first if the project will use individual systems.
- 03 Complete the building permit application and any separate electrical, plumbing, and mechanical permit applications.
- 04 Submit required plans, contractor information, and homeowner affidavit if the owner is acting as contractor.
- 05 Submit one set of building drawings for review. County will provide review comments within up to 10 business days if needed.
- 06 Obtain Road Department review if drainage or culvert issues apply.
- 07 Pay permit fees and obtain the issued permit.
- 08 Schedule inspections as work progresses. For new homes, a building envelope test and blower door test must be completed before final inspections.
- 09 After all final inspections are complete, obtain the certificate of occupancy.
Typical processing time: Up to 10 business days for plan review on new home construction.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Blackshear building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$40.00
02
Permit fee formula
Valuation-based: $40 for $1,000 and under; $30 for first $1,000 plus $5 per additional $1,000 from $1,001-$50,000; $300 for first $50,000 plus $4 per additional $1,000 from $50,001-$100,000; $500 for first $100,000 plus $3 per additional $1,000 from $100,001-$500,000. Valuation standards: new residence/additions at $50 per square foot, residential remodel at $25 per square foot, carport/storage/accessory buildings at $12 per square foot, commercial at $70 per square foot, commercial remodel at $35 per square foot.
03
Trade permit fee
Electrical: $50 residential; Plumbing: $35 plus $2 per fixture; Mechanical: $35 per ton.
04
Reinspection fee
$25.00
Upon payment of all fees, the application becomes part of the permit. No public online permit-payment workflow was found.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- 912-449-2037 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- Inspections should be scheduled within 1 business day of the request.
Typical sequence: County materials publicly indicate building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical inspections during construction. New homes also require building envelope and blower door testing before final inspections. Certificate of occupancy follows completion of final inspections.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Blackshear permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Blackshear, GA? ▸
The joint Pierce County zoning ordinance requires a building/development permit before construction, erection, moving, demolition, or alteration of any building or structure.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Blackshear, GA? ▸
Building permit fees in Blackshear, GA are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $40.00. Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based: $40 for $1,000 and under; $30 for first $1,000 plus $5 per additional $1,000 from $1,001-$50,000; $300 for first $50,000 plus $4 per additional $1,000 from $50,001-$100,000; $500 for first $100,000 plus $3 per additional $1,000 from $100,001-$500,000. Valuation standards: new residence/additions at $50 per square foot, residential remodel at $25 per square foot, carport/storage/accessory buildings at $12 per square foot, commercial at $70 per square foot, commercial remodel at $35 per square foot..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Blackshear, GA? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Blackshear, GA, follow these steps: 1. Confirm zoning and site requirements with Pierce County Planning & Codes; the county requires a site plan for the applicable zoning district. 2. Obtain septic and well approvals from the Health Department first if the project will use individual systems. 3. Complete the building permit application and any separate electrical, plumbing, and mechanical permit applications. 4. Submit required plans, contractor information, and homeowner affidavit if the owner is acting as contractor. 5. Submit one set of building drawings for review. County will provide review comments within up to 10 business days if needed. 6. Obtain Road Department review if drainage or culvert issues apply. 7. Pay permit fees and obtain the issued permit. 8. Schedule inspections as work progresses. For new homes, a building envelope test and blower door test must be completed before final inspections. 9. After all final inspections are complete, obtain the certificate of occupancy.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Blackshear, GA? ▸
Building permit processing times in Blackshear, GA typically run Up to 10 business days for plan review on new home construction.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Blackshear, GA? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Blackshear, GA via: 912-449-2037. Inspections should be scheduled within 1 business day of the request..
last verified April 2026
source Pierce County Planning & Codes Department ↗
entry id permits/georgia/pierce/blackshear
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Pierce County Planning & Codes Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.