How do I apply for a building permit in Georgetown, GA?

1. Contact or visit Georgetown-Quitman County Code Enforcement to confirm the permit type and application requirements for the proposed work 2. Submit the permit request to the Code Enforcement office during posted application hours (Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) 3. Code Enforcement reviews the submittal for compliance with local program and Standard and International Building Code requirements 4. If approved, the permit is issued through Code Enforcement

How do I schedule a building inspection in Georgetown, GA?

Inspections can be scheduled via: , .

City Building Permits

Georgetown, GA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Georgia Quitman County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Georgetown no longer operates a separate city permit office. Under the unified-government charter, permits for the former city area are routed through the countywide Georgetown-Quitman County Code Enforcement office.

Department: Code Enforcement, Unified Government of Georgetown-Quitman County
Address: 25 Old School Road, Georgetown, GA 39854
Phone: 334-355-9027
Email: quit.codes@gqc-ga.org
Website: https://www.gqc-ga.org/Default.asp?ID=111&pg=Code+Enforcement

Application Process

Contact or visit Georgetown-Quitman County Code Enforcement to confirm the permit type and application requirements for the proposed work
Submit the permit request to the Code Enforcement office during posted application hours (Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)
Code Enforcement reviews the submittal for compliance with local program and Standard and International Building Code requirements
If approved, the permit is issued through Code Enforcement

Source: Code Enforcement, Unified Government of Georgetown-Quitman County

General Requirements

Building permit, mobile home placement or movement within or out of the county, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC permits are required

Building code: The local Code Enforcement office seeks compliance with the Standard and International Building Code. Georgia DCA's current statewide minimum standard codes are the 2018 IBC, IRC, IPC, IMC, IFGC, IFC, and ISPSC, the 2020 NEC, and the 2015 IECC, all with Georgia amendments.
Owner-builder: Georgia Secretary of State FAQ says Georgia does not require a person to hold a contractor license to build that person's own home, but the owner must still comply with local building codes and regulations
Contractor requirements: Georgia requires licensure for persons who perform or offer residential or commercial general contractor services for compensation, subject to specialty-trade exemptions. For residential work, Georgia's written-warranty rule applies to covered residential contracts over $2,500.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Code Enforcement, Unified Government of Georgetown-Quitman County 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.

Additional Resources

Building code: The local Code Enforcement office seeks compliance with the Standard and International Building Code. Georgia DCA's current statewide minimum standard codes are the 2018 IBC, IRC, IPC, IMC, IFGC, IFC, and ISPSC, the 2020 NEC, and the 2015 IECC, all with Georgia amendments.
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

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Code Enforcement, Unified Government of Georgetown-Quitman County before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Georgetown Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Georgetown, GA?: Building permit, mobile home placement or movement within or out of the county, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC permits are required
How do I apply for a building permit in Georgetown, GA?: 1. Contact or visit Georgetown-Quitman County Code Enforcement to confirm the permit type and application requirements for the proposed work 2. Submit the permit request to the Code Enforcement office during posted application hours (Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) 3. Code Enforcement reviews the submittal for compliance with local program and Standard and International Building Code requirements 4. If approved, the permit is issued through Code Enforcement
How do I schedule a building inspection in Georgetown, GA?: Inspections can be scheduled via: , .

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