The primary mission of the Building Inspection Department is to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public by ensuring that buildings and structures within the City are constructed and maintained in accordance with applicable safety standards.
The Building Inspection Department enforces the International Building Codes, as adopted, mandated, and amended by the State of Georgia.
All construction work, including new construction, additions, renovations, and alterations to existing structures, must be reviewed and approved by the Building Inspector and properly permitted before any work begins.
Permit Application Requirements
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Permit applications may be submitted to City Hall in person or by email at cityclerk@hephzibahga.gov. All required documentation must be submitted with the application. ** Incomplete applications may result in a delay of issuance of permit.
For each contractor working on the project, please provide copies of the following:
- Local Business License
- Valid State Contractor's License
- Certificate of Insurance
- Surety Bond in the amount of $1,000.00
For any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to City Hall.