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Rev. August 10, 2023 Page 1 of 2 INFORMATION SHEET FOR WASHINGTON COUNTY PERMITS Washington County implemented a development permit procedure on January 1, 2014 for any development in unincorporated areas of the County. These permits are required for new or used mobile homes, residential or commercial construction, remodels and new outbuildings over 400 square feet, new RV parks, mobile home parks, subdivisions with private roads and for new or rebuilt driveways. Purpose of the Development Permits This procedure was begun to ensure that residents and businesses: 1) Have homes, roads, subdivisions, and structures built in areas that are not subject to flooding or severe erosion— or in flood zones. 2) Are aware that private roads (built by private contractors) are the responsibility of the builder and that there is no guarantee that private roads will ever be maintained by the County. 3) Have valid and prominently posted E-911 addresses to improve the ability of first responders and emergency personnel to locate the address which they are dispatched. 4) Can participate in the low-cost Federal Flood Insurance Program. Who Issues the Permits? Development, E-911 Addresses, County Right-of-Way (i.e. Driveway) Permits and Mobile Home Transport Permits: Washington County Tax Assessors’ Office Phone [PHONE REDACTED] 121 Jones Street, Sandersville, GA 31082 Fax: [PHONE REDACTED] Email: [EMAIL REDACTED] Septic Tank Permits: Washington County Board of Health 201 Morningside Drive Phone: [PHONE REDACTED] (Ext. 3) Sandersville, GA 31082 Fax: [PHONE REDACTED] Utility Company Right-of-Way Encroachments (other than Driveways) Director of Public Works, Washington County Road Department 1862 Kaolin Drive Phone: [PHONE REDACTED] Sandersville, GA Phone [PHONE REDACTED] What You Should Know Starting any Development Activities without an approved permit is a violation of County Ordinances and may lead to a citation and fine. All residents, businesses, builders, contractors, and others should take note of the estimated turnaround times on the issuance of all permits when planning their projects. I certify that I have read and understood these procedures on the attached pages. Signature Print Name Date Permit Issued By ---PAGE BREAK--- Rev. August 10, 2023 Page 2 of 2 APPLICATION PROCEDURES & RULES: STEP 1: APPLY FOR AN E-911 ADDRESS (IF NEEDED) Each residence or commercial establishment--whether in town, city, or county--must have its own address. The residence or structure MUST be staked out before an address is issued. The cost for the application is $40. A site visit is required; turnaround time can take up to 7 business days. Refer to the County Ordinance for address posting requirements. STEP 2: APPLY FOR A DEVELOPMENT PERMIT (MUST HAVE A VALID E-911 ADDRESS). This permit is required for residential or commercial construction, all new additions or outbuildings over 400 square feet, new subdivisions, RV parks, mobile home parks, new or used mobile homes, and pool houses. A site visit is required before construction starts. The cost of the application is: o Non-habitable structure over 400 square feet $40 o Driveway Permit $40 o Residential Development, including mobile homes (new or used) $75 o Commercial Development $250 o Subdivisions, RV parks, and mobile home parks $250 * The Washington County Board of Commissioners may change these fees from time to time as necessary These permits require one or more site visits; turnaround time is typically 5 to 10 business days. STEP 3: APPLY FOR SEPTIC TANK PERMIT (AFTER OBTAINING E-911 ADDRESS & DEVELOPMENT PERMIT) All Residents, commercial developers and businesses shall obtain this permit for mobile homes (new, used or replacement) or for all structure intended for human occupancy from the Washington County Board of Health The Septic tank permits are issued by the Board of Health under State of Georgia regulations. Septic permits will be completed only after a site inspection has been conducted by the Road Department. Turnaround time on such permits varies, but is subject to State regulations and testing schedules, turnaround may take up to 20 business days. OTHER PERMITS: COUNTY RIGHT-OF-WAY ENCROACHMENTS Encroachments into the right of way, such as new or rebuilt driveways, or utilities require a County permit. A site visit is required. Subsequent to such visit, County personnel will determine the width and diameter of driveway pipes (if necessary). Turnaround time will be up to 10 business days. Utility companies should address encroachments (other than driveways) directly with the Director of Public Works at the Washington County Road Department, 1862 Kaolin Road, Sandersville, GA--Phone: [PHONE REDACTED]. OTHER PERMITS: TRANSPORT OF MOBILE OR MANUFACTURED HOME Permits to Transport a Mobile or Manufactured home must be obtained before transporting to any site in the County to ensure the mobile home’s habitability (includes electrical, plumbing, & structure inspections). Inspection must be conducted by a certified home inspector, a licensed contractor or a building inspector from a local municipality. The County does not inspect the Home but relies on the 3rd party inspection. New or used mobile homes being brought to an existing home site requires a re-inspection and approval of any existing septic system at such home site by the Health Department. Mobile homes shall be registered with the Tax Assessor whenever there is a change of ownership. Decals for mobile homes must be obtained from the Tax Commissioner each year.