Elbert County staff propose cuts to accessory-structure permit fees and changes to plan-review and contractor licensing

Apr 23, 2025

County staff outlined possible fee reductions targeted at accessory structures (Group U), potential adoption of newer IRC permit tables, and options to lower plan-review and contractor-license fees; officials discussed revenue impacts and next steps but took no formal vote.

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Elbert County building department staff told county commissioners in a work-study session that they are considering targeted reductions to permit and plan-review fees intended to lower costs for homeowners building accessory structures such as pole barns, storage sheds and greenhouses.

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