Below you will find information about number of copies required, fees, and electronic plan submittal requirements. All application submittals should be submitted via email to the Planning Department at planningsubmittals@accgov.com.
No application form. Please email
request to planning@accgov.com
Comprehensive
Exempt from Commissioner Review
Non-Exempt from Commissioner Review
New Single-Family Construction & Additions over 50%
Zoning Permit - All Other Items
Recombination
Four lots or less (Minor Subdivision)
More than four lots (Major Subdivision)
| Document | Fee | Application Copies Required | Plan Copies Required | Electronic Plans Required? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appeals of Appointed Board Rulings | $150 | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Document | Fee | Application Copies Required | Plan Copies Required | Electronic Plans Required? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Variance - Community Tree Management | $225 | 15 | 15 | Yes |
| Variance - Flood Protection | $225 | 15 | 15 | Yes |
| Variance - Floodplain & Riparian Buffer Areas | $225 | 15 | 15 | Yes |
| Variance - Signs | $225 | 15 | 15 | Yes |
| Variance - Zoning & Development Standards | $225 | 15 | 15 | Yes |
| Variance - Stormwater Management Standards | $225 | 15 | 15 | Yes |
| Waiver - Forest Management Activity | $225 | 15 | 15 | Yes |
Staff Review
Minor Project (Material Changes, Hardscape Features)
Moderate Project ( Remodeling & Additions, New Accessory Structures)
Major Project (New Construction of Primary Structures)
Item Size
Cost
8 1/2 x 11 inches
Item Size
Cost
Cost
Cost
First 15 minutes free, then $15 per hour
$0.35 per square foot
(17x22 & 18x24 = $1; 24x36 = $2; 36x42 = $3.50)
$0.45 per foot plus labor
$2.50 plus labor
Cost
First 30 minutes free, then $18 per hour
First 15 minutes free, then $18 per hour
First 15 minutes is free, then $7 per hour
Fee based on amount of requested information
** The Athens-Clarke County Code of Ordinances is online at Municode. Please note that this searchable version of the code does not include changes to the code approved by the Mayor and Commission since the last update to the official printed version. For the most current Zoning & Development, Sign and Environmental Areas ordinance information, please contact the Planning Department at 706-613-3515. Updates are also posted on the main Code of Ordinances webpage.