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GA HB812
GA HB812Buildings and housing; revise process by which a local governing body may propose amendments to state minimum standard codes
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Introduced
03/21/2025
03/21/2025
In Committee
02/26/2026
02/26/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Chapter 2 of Title 8 and Chapter 7 of Title 12 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to state building, plumbing, and electrical codes and control of soil erosion and sedimentation, respectively, so as to require that certain local governments establish and maintain publicly accessible websites posting real-time status updates relating to building permit applications; to provide for an optional records management system managed by a third party; to provide for construction; to revise regulatory requirements for building plans, permits, and applications; to allow for greater involvement of private professional providers in the review of plans, permits, and applications; to provide for automatic approval of approved inspection reports; to provide for required qualifications of private professional providers; to require that each local issuing authority publish a list of materials required for permit applications; to revise provisions regarding denial or nonacceptance of permits; to require local issuing authorities to provide rejected permit applicants with a written list of reasons for denial within specified time frames; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill aims to streamline and modernize the process for obtaining building permits and approvals in Georgia by requiring local governments to provide real-time online updates on the status of permit applications, making this information publicly accessible without charge. It also introduces provisions for private professional providers, such as licensed engineers and architects, to conduct plan reviews and inspections, which can reduce permit fees by 50% and expedite the process, with their approved inspection reports being automatically accepted by local authorities unless deficiencies are noted within a specific timeframe. Furthermore, the bill mandates that local authorities must provide written reasons for denying or not accepting permit applications, citing specific regulatory requirements, and establishes clearer timelines for permit reviews and resubmissions, particularly for land-disturbing activities and erosion control plans.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (6)
Mike Cheokas (R)*,
Clint Crowe (R)*,
Rick Jasperse (R)*,
Trey Rhodes (R)*,
Will Wade (R)*,
Noel Williams (R)*,
Last Action
House Withdrawn, Recommitted (on 03/06/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71551 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/244328 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/236859 |
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