O.C.G.A. § 8-3-172 — GA Code / Title 8 / Chapter 3 / Section 8-3-172
Georgia Code Title 8. Buildings and Housing § 8-3-172
Status: in_force

(a) The State Office of Housing shall award state or federal funds to construct single-family affordable housing for individuals and families of low and very low income only to persons whose application indicates that the affordable housing that is the subject of the application and for which a building permit is issued on or after July 1, 2000, will be constructed so that: (1) At least one entrance door, whether located at the front, side, or back of the building: (A) Is on an accessible route served by a ramp or no-step entrance; and (B) Has at least a standard 36 inch door; (2) On the first floor of the building: (A) Each interior door is at least a standard 32 inch door, unless the door provides access only to a closet of less than 15 square feet in area; (B) Each hallway has a width of at least 36 inches and is level, with ramped or beveled changes at each door threshold; (C) Each bathroom wall is reinforced for potential installation of grab bars; (D) Each electrical panel or breaker box, light switch, or thermostat is not higher than 48 inches above the floor; and (E) Each electrical plug or other receptacle is at least 15 inches above the floor; and (3) The main breaker box is located inside the building on the first floor.

(a) The State Office of Housing shall award state or federal funds to construct single-family affordable housing for individuals and families of low and very low income only to persons whose application indicates that the affordable housing that is the subject of the application and for which a building permit is issued on or after July 1, 2000, will be constructed so that:

(1) At least one entrance door, whether located at the front, side, or back of the building: (A) Is on an accessible route served by a ramp or no-step entrance; and (B) Has at least a standard 36 inch door;

(1) At least one entrance door, whether located at the front, side, or back of the building:

(A) Is on an accessible route served by a ramp or no-step entrance; and

(A) Is on an accessible route served by a ramp or no-step entrance; and

(B) Has at least a standard 36 inch door;

(B) Has at least a standard 36 inch door;

(2) On the first floor of the building: (A) Each interior door is at least a standard 32 inch door, unless the door provides access only to a closet of less than 15 square feet in area; (B) Each hallway has a width of at least 36 inches and is level, with ramped or beveled changes at each door threshold; (C) Each bathroom wall is reinforced for potential installation of grab bars; (D) Each electrical panel or breaker box, light switch, or thermostat is not higher than 48 inches above the floor; and (E) Each electrical plug or other receptacle is at least 15 inches above the floor; and

(2) On the first floor of the building:

(A) Each interior door is at least a standard 32 inch door, unless the door provides access only to a closet of less than 15 square feet in area;

(A) Each interior door is at least a standard 32 inch door, unless the door provides access only to a closet of less than 15 square feet in area;

(B) Each hallway has a width of at least 36 inches and is level, with ramped or beveled changes at each door threshold;

(B) Each hallway has a width of at least 36 inches and is level, with ramped or beveled changes at each door threshold;

(C) Each bathroom wall is reinforced for potential installation of grab bars;

(C) Each bathroom wall is reinforced for potential installation of grab bars;

(D) Each electrical panel or breaker box, light switch, or thermostat is not higher than 48 inches above the floor; and

(D) Each electrical panel or breaker box, light switch, or thermostat is not higher than 48 inches above the floor; and

(E) Each electrical plug or other receptacle is at least 15 inches above the floor; and

(E) Each electrical plug or other receptacle is at least 15 inches above the floor; and

(3) The main breaker box is located inside the building on the first floor.

(3) The main breaker box is located inside the building on the first floor.

(b) A person who builds single-family affordable housing to which this Code section applies may obtain a waiver from the State Office of Housing of the requirement described in subparagraph (a)(1)(A) of this Code section if the cost of grading and other improvements to the terrain which are required in order to meet the requirement of such subparagraph is unreasonably expensive.

(b) A person who builds single-family affordable housing to which this Code section applies may obtain a waiver from the State Office of Housing of the requirement described in subparagraph (a)(1)(A) of this Code section if the cost of grading and other improvements to the terrain which are required in order to meet the requirement of such subparagraph is unreasonably expensive.
O.C.G.A. § 8-2-160 — GA Code / Title 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 8-2-160
Georgia Code Title 8. Buildings and Housing § 8-2-160
Status: in_force

As used in this part, the term:

(1) “ Commissioner ” means the Safety Fire Commissioner.

(1) “ Commissioner ” means the Safety Fire Commissioner.

(2) “ Installation ” means the construction of a foundation system and the placement or erection of a manufactured home or a mobile home on the foundation system. Such term includes, without limitation, supporting, blocking, leveling, securing, or anchoring such home and connecting multiple or expandable sections of such home.

(2) “ Installation ” means the construction of a foundation system and the placement or erection of a manufactured home or a mobile home on the foundation system. Such term includes, without limitation, supporting, blocking, leveling, securing, or anchoring such home and connecting multiple or expandable sections of such home.

(3) “ Installer ” means a person responsible for performing an installation and who is required to obtain a license pursuant to the provisions of Code Section 8-2-164 .

(3) “ Installer ” means a person responsible for performing an installation and who is required to obtain a license pursuant to the provisions of Code Section 8-2-164 .

(4) “ Manufactured home ” means a new or used structure, transportable in one or more sections, which, in the traveling mode, is eight body feet or more in width or 40 body feet or more in length or, when erected on site, is 320 or more square feet and which is built on a permanent chassis and designed to be used as a dwelling with or without a permanent foundation when connected to the required utilities and includes the plumbing, heating, air-conditioning, and electrical systems contained therein; except that such term shall include any structure which meets all the requirements of this paragraph except the size requirements and with respect to which the manufacturer voluntarily files a certification required by the secretary of housing and urban development and complies with the standards established under the National Manufactured Housing Construction and Safety Standards Act of 1974, 42 U.S.C. Section 5401, et seq.

(4) “ Manufactured home ” means a new or used structure, transportable in one or more sections, which, in the traveling mode, is eight body feet or more in width or 40 body feet or more in length or, when erected on site, is 320 or more square feet and which is built on a permanent chassis and designed to be used as a dwelling with or without a permanent foundation when connected to the required utilities and includes the plumbing, heating, air-conditioning, and electrical systems contained therein; except that such term shall include any structure which meets all the requirements of this paragraph except the size requirements and with respect to which the manufacturer voluntarily files a certification required by the secretary of housing and urban development and complies with the standards established under the National Manufactured Housing Construction and Safety Standards Act of 1974, 42 U.S.C. Section 5401, et seq.

(5) “ Manufacturer ” means any person who constructs or assembles manufactured housing.

(5) “ Manufacturer ” means any person who constructs or assembles manufactured housing.

(6) “ Mobile home ” means a new or used structure, transportable in one or more sections, which, in the traveling mode, is eight body feet or more in width or 40 body feet or more in length or, when erected on site, is 320 or more square feet and which is built on a permanent chassis and designed to be used as a dwelling with or without a permanent foundation when connected to the required utilities and includes the plumbing, heating, air-conditioning, and electrical systems contained therein and built prior to June 15, 1976.

(6) “ Mobile home ” means a new or used structure, transportable in one or more sections, which, in the traveling mode, is eight body feet or more in width or 40 body feet or more in length or, when erected on site, is 320 or more square feet and which is built on a permanent chassis and designed to be used as a dwelling with or without a permanent foundation when connected to the required utilities and includes the plumbing, heating, air-conditioning, and electrical systems contained therein and built prior to June 15, 1976.

(7) “ Person ” means an individual, corporation, partnership, association, or any other legal entity, but shall not include a trust or the state or any political subdivision thereof.

(7) “ Person ” means an individual, corporation, partnership, association, or any other legal entity, but shall not include a trust or the state or any political subdivision thereof.
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-14 — GA Code / Title 8 / Chapter 3 / Section 8-3-14
Georgia Code Title 8. Buildings and Housing § 8-3-14
Status: in_force

(a) As used in this Code section, the term “ municipality ” means any municipality in this state.

(a) As used in this Code section, the term “ municipality ” means any municipality in this state.

(b) If the governing body of each of two or more municipalities by resolution declares that there is a need for one housing authority for all of such municipalities to exercise in such municipalities the powers and other functions prescribed for a housing authority, a public body corporate and politic to be known as a consolidated housing authority, which may be an existing housing authority designated by the municipalities as the consolidated housing authority or a new housing authority, with such corporate name as it selects, shall thereupon exist for all of such municipalities and exercise its powers and other functions within its area of operation as defined in this article, including the power to undertake projects therein. Upon the creation of a consolidated housing authority, any housing authority created for any of such municipalities, other than an existing housing authority designated as the consolidated housing authority, shall cease to exist except for the purpose of winding up its affairs and executing a deed of its real property to the consolidated housing authority.

(b) If the governing body of each of two or more municipalities by resolution declares that there is a need for one housing authority for all of such municipalities to exercise in such municipalities the powers and other functions prescribed for a housing authority, a public body corporate and politic to be known as a consolidated housing authority, which may be an existing housing authority designated by the municipalities as the consolidated housing authority or a new housing authority, with such corporate name as it selects, shall thereupon exist for all of such municipalities and exercise its powers and other functions within its area of operation as defined in this article, including the power to undertake projects therein. Upon the creation of a consolidated housing authority, any housing authority created for any of such municipalities, other than an existing housing authority designated as the consolidated housing authority, shall cease to exist except for the purpose of winding up its affairs and executing a deed of its real property to the consolidated housing authority.

(c) The creation of a consolidated housing authority and the finding of need therefor shall be subject to the same provisions and limitations as are applicable to the creation of a regional housing authority; and all of the provisions of this article applicable to regional housing authorities and the commissioners thereof shall be applicable to consolidated housing authorities and the commissioners thereof; provided, however, that Code Section 8-3-107 shall not be applicable to the consolidation of housing authorities into a designated existing housing authority; and provided, further, that the area of operation of a consolidated housing authority shall include all of the territory within the boundaries of each municipality joining in the creation of such authority; and provided, further, that for all such purposes, the term “ county ” shall be construed as meaning “municipality,” the term “ governing body ” in Code Section 8-3-106 shall be construed as meaning “mayor or other executive head of the municipality,” and the terms “ county housing authority ” and “ regional housing authority ” shall be construed as meaning “housing authority of the city” and “consolidated housing authority,” respectively.

(c) The creation of a consolidated housing authority and the finding of need therefor shall be subject to the same provisions and limitations as are applicable to the creation of a regional housing authority; and all of the provisions of this article applicable to regional housing authorities and the commissioners thereof shall be applicable to consolidated housing authorities and the commissioners thereof; provided, however, that Code Section 8-3-107 shall not be applicable to the consolidation of housing authorities into a designated existing housing authority; and provided, further, that the area of operation of a consolidated housing authority shall include all of the territory within the boundaries of each municipality joining in the creation of such authority; and provided, further, that for all such purposes, the term “ county ” shall be construed as meaning “municipality,” the term “ governing body ” in Code Section 8-3-106 shall be construed as meaning “mayor or other executive head of the municipality,” and the terms “ county housing authority ” and “ regional housing authority ” shall be construed as meaning “housing authority of the city” and “consolidated housing authority,” respectively.

(d) The governing body of a municipality for which a housing authority has not been created may adopt the resolution provided for in subsection (b) of this Code section if it first declares that there is a need for a housing authority to function in said municipality, which declaration shall be made in the same manner and subject to the same conditions as the declaration of the governing body of a city required by Code Sections 8-3-4 through 8-3-6 for the purpose of authorizing a housing authority created for a city to transact business and exercise its powers.

(d) The governing body of a municipality for which a housing authority has not been created may adopt the resolution provided for in subsection (b) of this Code section if it first declares that there is a need for a housing authority to function in said municipality, which declaration shall be made in the same manner and subject to the same conditions as the declaration of the governing body of a city required by Code Sections 8-3-4 through 8-3-6 for the purpose of authorizing a housing authority created for a city to transact business and exercise its powers.

(e) Except as otherwise provided in this Code section, a consolidated housing authority and the commissioners thereof shall, within the area of operation of such consolidated housing authority, have the same functions, rights, powers, duties, privileges, immunities, and limitations as those provided for housing authorities created for cities, counties, or groups of counties and the commissioners of such housing authorities, in the same manner as though all the provisions of law applicable to housing authorities created for cities, counties, or groups of counties were applicable to consolidated housing authorities.

(e) Except as otherwise provided in this Code section, a consolidated housing authority and the commissioners thereof shall, within the area of operation of such consolidated housing authority, have the same functions, rights, powers, duties, privileges, immunities, and limitations as those provided for housing authorities created for cities, counties, or groups of counties and the commissioners of such housing authorities, in the same manner as though all the provisions of law applicable to housing authorities created for cities, counties, or groups of counties were applicable to consolidated housing authorities.
O.C.G.A. § 8-4-5 — GA Code / Title 8 / Chapter 4 / Section 8-4-5
Georgia Code Title 8. Buildings and Housing § 8-4-5
Status: in_force

An authority shall not initiate any redevelopment project under this chapter until the governing body, planning agency, or other legally designated and empowered public agency of each city in which any of the area to be covered by the project is situated has approved the redevelopment plan for the redevelopment project area.
O.C.G.A. § 8-2-26 — GA Code / Title 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 8-2-26
Georgia Code Title 8. Buildings and Housing § 8-2-26
Status: reserved

(a) The governing body of any municipality or county adopting any state minimum standard code shall have the power: (1) To adopt by ordinance or resolution any reasonable provisions for the enforcement of the state minimum standard codes, including procedural requirements, provisions for hearings, provisions for appeals from decisions of local inspectors, and any other provisions or procedures necessary to the proper administration and enforcement of the requirements of the state minimum standard codes; (2) To provide for inspection of buildings or similar structures to ensure compliance with the state minimum standard codes; (3) To employ inspectors, including chief and deputy inspectors, and any other personnel necessary for the proper enforcement of such codes and to provide for the authority, functions, and duties of such inspectors; (4) To require permits and to fix charges therefor; (5) To contract with other municipalities or counties adopting any state minimum standard code to administer such codes and to provide inspection and enforcement personnel and services necessary to ensure compliance with the codes; and (6) To contract with any other county or municipality whereby the parties agree that the inspectors of each contracting party may have jurisdiction to enforce the state minimum standard codes within the boundaries of the other contracting party.

(a) The governing body of any municipality or county adopting any state minimum standard code shall have the power:

(1) To adopt by ordinance or resolution any reasonable provisions for the enforcement of the state minimum standard codes, including procedural requirements, provisions for hearings, provisions for appeals from decisions of local inspectors, and any other provisions or procedures necessary to the proper administration and enforcement of the requirements of the state minimum standard codes;

(1) To adopt by ordinance or resolution any reasonable provisions for the enforcement of the state minimum standard codes, including procedural requirements, provisions for hearings, provisions for appeals from decisions of local inspectors, and any other provisions or procedures necessary to the proper administration and enforcement of the requirements of the state minimum standard codes;

(2) To provide for inspection of buildings or similar structures to ensure compliance with the state minimum standard codes;

(2) To provide for inspection of buildings or similar structures to ensure compliance with the state minimum standard codes;

(3) To employ inspectors, including chief and deputy inspectors, and any other personnel necessary for the proper enforcement of such codes and to provide for the authority, functions, and duties of such inspectors;

(3) To employ inspectors, including chief and deputy inspectors, and any other personnel necessary for the proper enforcement of such codes and to provide for the authority, functions, and duties of such inspectors;

(4) To require permits and to fix charges therefor;

(4) To require permits and to fix charges therefor;

(5) To contract with other municipalities or counties adopting any state minimum standard code to administer such codes and to provide inspection and enforcement personnel and services necessary to ensure compliance with the codes; and

(5) To contract with other municipalities or counties adopting any state minimum standard code to administer such codes and to provide inspection and enforcement personnel and services necessary to ensure compliance with the codes; and

(6) To contract with any other county or municipality whereby the parties agree that the inspectors of each contracting party may have jurisdiction to enforce the state minimum standard codes within the boundaries of the other contracting party.

(6) To contract with any other county or municipality whereby the parties agree that the inspectors of each contracting party may have jurisdiction to enforce the state minimum standard codes within the boundaries of the other contracting party.

(b) The commissioner shall be authorized to establish a training program for local inspectors whereby a representative of the department, upon the request of the governing authority of a county or municipality, may visit such county or municipality for the purpose of training the inspectors of such county or municipality in the effective enforcement of any state minimum standard code adopted by such county or municipality. The commissioner may from time to time establish regional training programs whereby the inspectors of several different counties and municipalities may take advantage of the training made available by such regional training programs.

(b) The commissioner shall be authorized to establish a training program for local inspectors whereby a representative of the department, upon the request of the governing authority of a county or municipality, may visit such county or municipality for the purpose of training the inspectors of such county or municipality in the effective enforcement of any state minimum standard code adopted by such county or municipality. The commissioner may from time to time establish regional training programs whereby the inspectors of several different counties and municipalities may take advantage of the training made available by such regional training programs.

(c) No local inspector shall require any person performing work in compliance with a state minimum standard code or variations thereto which are in conformity with the provisions of this part to comply with the standards of any other building code not covered by this part.

(c) No local inspector shall require any person performing work in compliance with a state minimum standard code or variations thereto which are in conformity with the provisions of this part to comply with the standards of any other building code not covered by this part.

(d)(1) In lieu of inspection by an inspector or other person employed by the governing authority of any county or municipality, a licensed master plumber or utility contractor shall have the option of installing a water or sewer line according to the alternative inspection procedure described in this subsection where the installation is on private property outside the building underground. (2) If the master plumber or utility contractor elects to utilize this inspection procedure, he or she shall file with the local inspector: (A) Notice that the water and sewer line will be installed in accordance with the International Plumbing Code and will be inspected pursuant to the alternative inspection procedure described in this subsection; (B) A copy of his or her master plumber or utility contractor certificate issued by the State Construction Industry Licensing Board; (C) A copy of his or her trenching competent person certificate; (D) A certificate showing that a bond has been filed in accordance with paragraph (2) of subsection (b) of Code Section 43-14-12 , except that such bond shall be in the amount of $50,000.00 and issued by a surety rated “A,” “Class VI,” or better by the A. M. Best Company; and (E) Within five business days after completion of the installation, a sworn certification that the water or sewer line has been installed in accordance with the International Plumbing Code. (3) The department shall promulgate a standard form notice and a standard form certificate that shall be used to administer this subsection. Local inspectors shall make copies of the standard forms available to contractors. (4) The master plumber or utility contractor shall be required to pay to the governing authority the applicable permit fee. (5) Upon submission of the certification required by this subsection, the local governing authority shall be required to accept the inspection without the necessity of further inspection or approval, except that the local governing authority may perform an inspection at any time and may issue a stop-work order if the work is found to be in violation of code requirements. (6) Any other provision of this subsection notwithstanding, the alternative inspection procedure described in this subsection shall be applicable only to installations on private individual single-family residential property.

(d)(1) In lieu of inspection by an inspector or other person employed by the governing authority of any county or municipality, a licensed master plumber or utility contractor shall have the option of installing a water or sewer line according to the alternative inspection procedure described in this subsection where the installation is on private property outside the building underground.

(d)(1) In lieu of inspection by an inspector or other person employed by the governing authority of any county or municipality, a licensed master plumber or utility contractor shall have the option of installing a water or sewer line according to the alternative inspection procedure described in this subsection where the installation is on private property outside the building underground.

(2) If the master plumber or utility contractor elects to utilize this inspection procedure, he or she shall file with the local inspector: (A) Notice that the water and sewer line will be installed in accordance with the International Plumbing Code and will be inspected pursuant to the alternative inspection procedure described in this subsection; (B) A copy of his or her master plumber or utility contractor certificate issued by the State Construction Industry Licensing Board; (C) A copy of his or her trenching competent person certificate; (D) A certificate showing that a bond has been filed in accordance with paragraph (2) of subsection (b) of Code Section 43-14-12 , except that such bond shall be in the amount of $50,000.00 and issued by a surety rated “A,” “Class VI,” or better by the A. M. Best Company; and (E) Within five business days after completion of the installation, a sworn certification that the water or sewer line has been installed in accordance with the International Plumbing Code.

(2) If the master plumber or utility contractor elects to utilize this inspection procedure, he or she shall file with the local inspector:

(A) Notice that the water and sewer line will be installed in accordance with the International Plumbing Code and will be inspected pursuant to the alternative inspection procedure described in this subsection;

(A) Notice that the water and sewer line will be installed in accordance with the International Plumbing Code and will be inspected pursuant to the alternative inspection procedure described in this subsection;

(B) A copy of his or her master plumber or utility contractor certificate issued by the State Construction Industry Licensing Board;

(B) A copy of his or her master plumber or utility contractor certificate issued by the State Construction Industry Licensing Board;

(C) A copy of his or her trenching competent person certificate;

(C) A copy of his or her trenching competent person certificate;

(D) A certificate showing that a bond has been filed in accordance with paragraph (2) of subsection (b) of Code Section 43-14-12 , except that such bond shall be in the amount of $50,000.00 and issued by a surety rated “A,” “Class VI,” or better by the A. M. Best Company; and

(D) A certificate showing that a bond has been filed in accordance with paragraph (2) of subsection (b) of Code Section 43-14-12 , except that such bond shall be in the amount of $50,000.00 and issued by a surety rated “A,” “Class VI,” or better by the A. M. Best Company; and

(E) Within five business days after completion of the installation, a sworn certification that the water or sewer line has been installed in accordance with the International Plumbing Code.

(E) Within five business days after completion of the installation, a sworn certification that the water or sewer line has been installed in accordance with the International Plumbing Code.

(3) The department shall promulgate a standard form notice and a standard form certificate that shall be used to administer this subsection. Local inspectors shall make copies of the standard forms available to contractors.

(3) The department shall promulgate a standard form notice and a standard form certificate that shall be used to administer this subsection. Local inspectors shall make copies of the standard forms available to contractors.

(4) The master plumber or utility contractor shall be required to pay to the governing authority the applicable permit fee.

(4) The master plumber or utility contractor shall be required to pay to the governing authority the applicable permit fee.

(5) Upon submission of the certification required by this subsection, the local governing authority shall be required to accept the inspection without the necessity of further inspection or approval, except that the local governing authority may perform an inspection at any time and may issue a stop-work order if the work is found to be in violation of code requirements.

(5) Upon submission of the certification required by this subsection, the local governing authority shall be required to accept the inspection without the necessity of further inspection or approval, except that the local governing authority may perform an inspection at any time and may issue a stop-work order if the work is found to be in violation of code requirements.

(6) Any other provision of this subsection notwithstanding, the alternative inspection procedure described in this subsection shall be applicable only to installations on private individual single-family residential property.

(6) Any other provision of this subsection notwithstanding, the alternative inspection procedure described in this subsection shall be applicable only to installations on private individual single-family residential property.

(e)(1) Any county or municipal building permit issued in this state to a general contractor or homebuilder for residential or commercial construction shall have prominently printed thereon at least one inch apart from any other text on such permit and in type size and boldness equal to or greater than any other type size and boldness in the body of the permit the following: “The issuance of this permit authorizes improvements of the real property designated herein which improvements may subject such property to mechanics' and materialmen's liens pursuant to Part 3 of Article 8 of Chapter 14 of Title 44 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated. In order to protect any interest in such property and to avoid encumbrances thereon, the owner or any person with an interest in such property should consider contacting an attorney or purchasing a consumer's guide to the lien laws which may be available at building supply home centers.” (2) Any county or municipal construction permit, including but not limited to mechanical, plumbing, or electrical permits, issued in this state on existing residential or commercial property shall have prominently printed thereon at least one inch apart from any other text on such permit and in type size and boldness equal to or greater than any other type size and boldness in the body of the permit the following: “The issuance of this permit authorizes improvements of the real property designated herein which improvements may subject such property to mechanics' and materialmen's liens pursuant to Part 3 of Article 8 of Chapter 14 of Title 44 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated. In order to protect any interest in such property and to avoid encumbrances thereon, the owner or any person with an interest in such property should consider contacting an attorney or purchasing a consumer's guide to the lien laws which may be available at building supply home centers.” (3) Any person or entity which is issued a permit which authorizes improvements to new or existing residential or commercial real property shall be required to: (A) Post a copy of such permit in a conspicuous place in the vicinity of such property where such improvements are being undertaken; or (B) Deliver a copy of the permit to the property owner within ten days after the permit is received.

(e)(1) Any county or municipal building permit issued in this state to a general contractor or homebuilder for residential or commercial construction shall have prominently printed thereon at least one inch apart from any other text on such permit and in type size and boldness equal to or greater than any other type size and boldness in the body of the permit the following: “The issuance of this permit authorizes improvements of the real property designated herein which improvements may subject such property to mechanics' and materialmen's liens pursuant to Part 3 of Article 8 of Chapter 14 of Title 44 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated. In order to protect any interest in such property and to avoid encumbrances thereon, the owner or any person with an interest in such property should consider contacting an attorney or purchasing a consumer's guide to the lien laws which may be available at building supply home centers.”

(e)(1) Any county or municipal building permit issued in this state to a general contractor or homebuilder for residential or commercial construction shall have prominently printed thereon at least one inch apart from any other text on such permit and in type size and boldness equal to or greater than any other type size and boldness in the body of the permit the following:

“The issuance of this permit authorizes improvements of the real property designated herein which improvements may subject such property to mechanics' and materialmen's liens pursuant to Part 3 of Article 8 of Chapter 14 of Title 44 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated. In order to protect any interest in such property and to avoid encumbrances thereon, the owner or any person with an interest in such property should consider contacting an attorney or purchasing a consumer's guide to the lien laws which may be available at building supply home centers.”

(2) Any county or municipal construction permit, including but not limited to mechanical, plumbing, or electrical permits, issued in this state on existing residential or commercial property shall have prominently printed thereon at least one inch apart from any other text on such permit and in type size and boldness equal to or greater than any other type size and boldness in the body of the permit the following: “The issuance of this permit authorizes improvements of the real property designated herein which improvements may subject such property to mechanics' and materialmen's liens pursuant to Part 3 of Article 8 of Chapter 14 of Title 44 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated. In order to protect any interest in such property and to avoid encumbrances thereon, the owner or any person with an interest in such property should consider contacting an attorney or purchasing a consumer's guide to the lien laws which may be available at building supply home centers.”

(2) Any county or municipal construction permit, including but not limited to mechanical, plumbing, or electrical permits, issued in this state on existing residential or commercial property shall have prominently printed thereon at least one inch apart from any other text on such permit and in type size and boldness equal to or greater than any other type size and boldness in the body of the permit the following:

“The issuance of this permit authorizes improvements of the real property designated herein which improvements may subject such property to mechanics' and materialmen's liens pursuant to Part 3 of Article 8 of Chapter 14 of Title 44 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated. In order to protect any interest in such property and to avoid encumbrances thereon, the owner or any person with an interest in such property should consider contacting an attorney or purchasing a consumer's guide to the lien laws which may be available at building supply home centers.”

(3) Any person or entity which is issued a permit which authorizes improvements to new or existing residential or commercial real property shall be required to: (A) Post a copy of such permit in a conspicuous place in the vicinity of such property where such improvements are being undertaken; or (B) Deliver a copy of the permit to the property owner within ten days after the permit is received.

(3) Any person or entity which is issued a permit which authorizes improvements to new or existing residential or commercial real property shall be required to:

(A) Post a copy of such permit in a conspicuous place in the vicinity of such property where such improvements are being undertaken; or

(A) Post a copy of such permit in a conspicuous place in the vicinity of such property where such improvements are being undertaken; or

(B) Deliver a copy of the permit to the property owner within ten days after the permit is received.

(B) Deliver a copy of the permit to the property owner within ten days after the permit is received.

(f) A local inspector, including a fire service employee enforcing a state or local fire safety standard, who specifies a code violation noted during an inspection shall, upon the written request of the permit holder, cite in writing the particular code book, section, and edition of the code which is the basis of the violation.

(f) A local inspector, including a fire service employee enforcing a state or local fire safety standard, who specifies a code violation noted during an inspection shall, upon the written request of the permit holder, cite in writing the particular code book, section, and edition of the code which is the basis of the violation.

(g)(1) As used in this subsection, the term: (A) “ Complete application ” means a submitted plan, application, or request for inspection that contains all of the information and supporting documentation required by the county or municipality for it to make the determination as to whether the plan, application, or request is in compliance with regulatory requirements. (B) “ Private professional provider ” means a: (i) Professional engineer who holds a certificate of registration issued under Chapter 15 of Title 43; (ii) Professional architect who holds a certificate of registration issued under Chapter 4 of Title 43; or (iii) Qualified inspector as such term is defined in Code Section 8-2-26.1 who is not an employee of or otherwise affiliated with or financially interested in the person, firm, or corporation engaged in the construction project to be reviewed or inspected. (C) “ Regulatory fee ” means payments, whether designated as permit fees, application fees, or by another name, that are required by a local government as an exercise of its police power, its regulation of business, and as a part of or as an aid to regulation of construction related activities under this chapter. (D) “ Regulatory requirements ” means the requirements determined by a county or municipality to be necessary for approval of plans, permits, or applications under this chapter; provided, however, that with respect to any application, such requirements shall include the Georgia State Minimum Standard Codes most recently adopted by the Department of Community Affairs and any locally adopted ordinances and amendments to such codes; applicable zoning ordinances and conditions; design standards; and other state and local laws, regulations, and ordinances applicable to the application in question. (2) Each county or municipality which imposes regulatory fees or regulatory requirements within its jurisdiction shall establish and make available a schedule of such regulatory fees and regulatory requirements which shall include a list of all documentation related to compliance with such regulatory requirements, including the requirements necessary for submittal of a complete application. The amount of any regulatory fee shall approximate the reasonable cost of the actual regulatory activity performed by the local government and shall be subject to the provisions of paragraph (6) of Code Section 48-13-5 . (3) No later than five business days after receipt of any application related to regulatory requirements, a local building official of a county or municipality shall notify each applicant as to whether the submitted documents meet the requirements of a complete application. Except as otherwise provided in this paragraph, time spent by a county or municipality determining whether an application is complete shall count toward the total 30 days for plan review or inspection. If a local building official determines that the application is not complete, the applicant shall be provided written notice identifying the items that are not complete. The 30 day time period is tolled when the application is rejected as incomplete. If within 30 days after the county or municipality has provided notice that the application is incomplete the permit applicant submits revisions to address the identified deficiencies, the local building official shall have an additional five business days to review the application for completeness. (4) At the time a county or municipality notifies the applicant that a complete application has been accepted, it shall also notify such applicant as to whether the personnel employed or contracted by such county or municipality will be able to provide regulatory action within 30 days for plan review or provide inspection services within two business days of receiving a valid written request for inspection. (5) The applicant shall have the option of retaining, at its own expense, a private professional provider to provide the required plan review or inspection in accordance with the provisions of this Code section irrespective of whether the county or municipality determines that the personnel employed or contracted by such county or municipality can provide regulatory action or inspection services within the time frames required under paragraph (4) of this subsection. If the applicant elects to utilize the services of a private professional provider, the regulatory fees associated with such regulatory action shall be reduced by 50 percent and such reduced amount shall be paid to the county or municipality in accordance with such jurisdiction's policies. (6) If the county or municipality determines that the personnel employed or contracted by such county or municipality can provide regulatory action or inspection services within the time frames required under paragraph (4) of this subsection, a convenience fee not to exceed the full amount of the regulatory fees associated with such regulatory action shall be paid to the county or municipality in accordance with such jurisdiction's policies. (7) If the local governing authority states its intent to complete the required plan review within the time prescribed by paragraph (4) of this subsection, or any extension thereof mutually agreed to by the applicant and the governing authority, and the local governing authority fails to complete such plan review in the time prescribed by paragraph (4) of this subsection, or any extension thereof mutually agreed to by the applicant and the governing authority, the local governing authority shall issue the applicant a project initiation permit. The local governing authority shall be allowed to limit the scope of a project initiation permit and limit the areas of the site to which the project initiation permit may apply but shall permit the applicant to begin work on the project, provided that portion of the initial phase of work is compliant with applicable codes, laws, and rules. If the plans submitted for permitting are denied for any deficiency, the time frames and process for resubmittal shall be governed by subparagraphs (C) through (E) of paragraph (13) of this subsection. Any delay in the processing of an application that is attributable to a cause outside the control of the county or municipality that is processing the application or through fault of the applicant shall not count toward days for the purposes of this subsection. This paragraph shall not be applicable if the applicant elects to retain a private professional provider to provide the required plan review. (8) Any plan review or inspection conducted by a private professional provider shall be no less extensive than plan reviews or inspections conducted by county or municipal personnel. (9) The person, firm, or corporation retaining a private professional provider to conduct a plan review or an inspection shall be required to pay to the county or municipality which requires the plan review or inspection the regulatory fees and charges which are required by paragraph (5) or (6) of this subsection or both, as applicable. (10) A private professional provider performing plan reviews under this subsection shall review plans to determine compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements. Upon determining that the plans reviewed comply with the applicable regulatory requirements, such private professional provider shall prepare an affidavit or affidavits on a form adopted by the Department of Community Affairs certifying under oath that the following is true and correct to the best of such private professional provider's knowledge and belief and in accordance with the applicable professional standard of care: (A) The plans were reviewed by the affiant who is duly authorized to perform plan review pursuant to this subsection and who holds the appropriate license or certifications and insurance coverage stipulated in this subsection; (B) The plans comply with all applicable regulatory requirements; and (C) The plans submitted for plan review are in conformity with plans previously submitted to obtain governmental approvals required in the plan submittal process and do not make a change to the project reviewed for such approvals. (11) All private professional providers providing plan review or inspection services pursuant to this subsection shall secure and maintain insurance coverage for professional liability (errors and omissions) insurance. The limits of such insurance shall be not less than $1 million per claim and $1 million in aggregate coverage for any project with a construction cost of $5 million or less and $2 million per claim and $2 million in aggregate coverage for any project with a construction cost of more than $5 million. Such insurance may be a practice policy or project-specific coverage. If the insurance is a practice policy, it shall contain prior acts coverage for the private professional provider. If the insurance is project-specific, it shall continue in effect for two years following the issuance of the certificate of final completion for the project. A local enforcement agency, local building official, or local government may establish, for private professional providers working within that jurisdiction, a system of registration listing the private professional providers within their stated areas of competency. The permit applicant shall verify compliance with the insurance requirements of this paragraph. (12) The private professional provider shall be empowered to perform any plan review or inspection required by the governing authority of any county or municipality, including, but not limited to, inspections for footings, foundations, concrete slabs, framing, electrical, plumbing, heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), or any and all other inspections necessary or required to determine compliance with all regulatory requirements and for the issuance of a building permit or certificate of occupancy by the governing authority of any county or municipality, provided that the plan review or inspection is within the scope of such private professional provider's area of competency; and provided, further, that a qualified inspector acting as a private professional provider shall only be empowered to perform a plan review or inspection within an area for which such qualified inspector has been issued a certification, license, or completion of training provided for in paragraph (2) of subsection (a) of Code Section 8-2-26.1 . Nothing in this Code section shall authorize any private professional provider to issue a certificate of occupancy. Only a local governing authority shall be authorized to issue a certificate of occupancy. (13)(A) The permit applicant shall submit a copy of the private professional provider's plan review report to the county or municipality within five days of its completion. Such plan review report shall include at a minimum all of the following: (i) The affidavit of the private professional provider required pursuant to this subsection; (ii) The applicable fees; and (iii) Any documents required by the local official and any other documents necessary to determine that the permit applicant has secured all other governmental approvals required by law. (B) No more than 30 days after receipt of both a permit application and the affidavit from the private professional provider required pursuant to this subsection, the local building official shall issue the requested permit or provide written notice to the permit applicant identifying the specific plan features that do not comply with the applicable regulatory requirements, as well as the specific code chapters and sections of such regulatory requirements. If the local building official does not provide a written notice of the plan deficiencies within the prescribed 30 day period, the permit application shall be deemed approved as a matter of law and the permit shall be issued by the local building official on the next business day. (C) If the local building official provides a written notice of plan deficiencies to the permit applicant within the prescribed 30 day period, the 30 day period shall be tolled pending resolution of the matter. To resolve the plan deficiencies, the permit applicant may elect to dispute the deficiencies pursuant to this subsection or to submit revisions to correct the deficiencies. (D) If the permit applicant submits revisions to address the plan deficiencies previously identified, the local building official shall have the remainder of the tolled 30 day period plus an additional five business days to issue the requested permit or to provide a second written notice to the permit applicant stating which of the previously identified plan features remain in noncompliance with the applicable regulatory requirements, with specific reference to the relevant code chapters and sections of such regulatory requirements. If the local building official does not provide the second written notice within the prescribed time period, the permit shall be issued by the local building official on the next business day. In the event that the revisions required to address the plan deficiencies or any additional revisions submitted by the applicant require that new governmental approvals be obtained, the applicant shall be required to obtain such approvals before a new plan report can be submitted. (E) If the local building official provides a second written notice of plan deficiencies to the permit applicant within the prescribed time period, the permit applicant may elect to dispute the deficiencies pursuant to this subsection or to submit additional revisions to correct the deficiencies. For all revisions submitted after the first revision, the local building official shall have an additional five business days to issue the requested permit or to provide a written notice to the permit applicant stating which of the previously identified plan features remain in noncompliance with the applicable regulatory requirements, with specific reference to the relevant code chapters and sections. (14) Upon submission by the private professional provider of a copy of his or her inspection report to the local governing authority, said local governing authority shall be required to accept the inspection of the private professional provider without the necessity of further inspection or approval by the inspectors or other personnel employed by the local governing authority unless said governing authority has notified the private professional provider, within two business days after the submission of the inspection report, that it finds the report incomplete or the inspection inadequate and has provided the private professional provider with a written description of the deficiencies and specific regulatory requirements that have not been adequately addressed. (15) A local governing authority may provide for the prequalification of private professional providers who may perform plan reviews or inspections pursuant to this subsection. No ordinance implementing prequalification shall become effective until notice of the governing authority's intent to require prequalification and the specific requirements for prequalification have been advertised in the newspaper in which the sheriff's advertisements for that locality are published, and by any other methods such local authority ordinarily utilizes for notification of engineering, architecture, or construction related solicitations. The ordinance implementing prequalification shall provide for evaluation of the qualifications of a private professional provider only on the basis of the private professional provider's expertise with respect to the objectives of this subsection, as demonstrated by the private professional provider's experience, education, and training. Such ordinance may require a private professional provider to hold additional certifications, provided that such certifications are required by ordinance for plan review personnel currently directly employed by such local governing authority. (16) Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to limit any public or private right of action designed to provide protection, rights, or remedies for consumers. (17) Reserved. (18) If the local building official determines that the building construction or plans do not comply with the applicable regulatory requirements, the official may deny the permit or request for a certificate of occupancy or certificate of completion, as appropriate, or may issue a stop-work order for the project or any portion thereof as provided by law, after giving notice to the owner, the architect of record, the engineer of record, or the contractor of record and by posting a copy of the order on the site of the project and opportunity to remedy the violation within the time limits set forth in the notice, if the official determines noncompliance with regulatory requirements, provided that: (A) A local building official shall be available to meet with the private professional provider within two business days to resolve any dispute after issuing a stop-work order or providing notice to the applicant denying a permit or request for a certificate of occupancy or certificate of completion; and (B) If the local building official and the private professional provider are unable to resolve the dispute or meet within the time required by this Code section, the matter shall be referred to the local enforcement agency's board of appeals, if one exists, which shall consider the matter not later than its next scheduled meeting. Any decisions by the local official, if there is no board of appeals, may be appealed to the Department of Community Affairs as provided in this chapter. The Department of Community Affairs shall develop rules and regulations which shall establish reasonable time frames and fees to carry out the provisions of this paragraph. (19) The local government, a local building official, and local building code enforcement personnel and agents of the local government shall be immune from liability to any person or party for any action or inaction by an owner of a building or by a private professional provider or its duly authorized representative in connection with plan review and inspection services by private professional providers as provided in this subsection. (20) No local enforcement agency, local code official, or local government shall adopt or enforce any rules, procedures, policies, qualifications, or standards more stringent than those prescribed in this subsection. This subsection shall not preempt any local laws, rules, or procedures relating to the plan submittal process of local governing authorities. (21) Nothing in this subsection shall limit the authority of a local code official to issue a stop-work order for a building project or any portion of such project, which may go into effect immediately as provided by law, after giving notice and opportunity to remedy the violation, if the official determines that a condition on the building site constitutes an immediate threat to public safety and welfare. A stop-work order issued for reasons of immediate threat to public safety and welfare shall be appealable to the local enforcement agency's board of appeals, if one exists, in the manner provided by applicable law. Any decisions by the local official, if there is no board of appeals, may be appealed to the Department of Community Affairs as provided in this chapter. (22) When performing plan reviews or inspection services, a private professional provider is subject to the disciplinary guidelines of the applicable professional licensing board with jurisdiction over such private professional provider's license or certification under Chapters 4 and 15 of Title 43, as applicable. Any complaint processing, investigation, and discipline that arise out of a private professional provider's performance of plan reviews or inspection services shall be conducted by the applicable professional licensing board. Notwithstanding any disciplinary rules of the applicable professional licensing board with jurisdiction over such private professional provider's license or certification under Chapters 4 and 15 of Title 43, any local building official may decline to accept plan reviews or inspection services submitted by any private professional provider who has submitted multiple reports which required revisions due to negligence, noncompliance, or deficiencies. (23) Nothing in this subsection shall apply to inspections exempted in Code Section 8-2-26.1 . (24) To the extent that a provision of this Code section conflicts with requirements of federal laws or regulations or impairs a county's or municipality's receipt of federal funds, such provision shall not apply.

(g)(1) As used in this subsection, the term: (A) “ Complete application ” means a submitted plan, application, or request for inspection that contains all of the information and supporting documentation required by the county or municipality for it to make the determination as to whether the plan, application, or request is in compliance with regulatory requirements. (B) “ Private professional provider ” means a: (i) Professional engineer who holds a certificate of registration issued under Chapter 15 of Title 43; (ii) Professional architect who holds a certificate of registration issued under Chapter 4 of Title 43; or (iii) Qualified inspector as such term is defined in Code Section 8-2-26.1 who is not an employee of or otherwise affiliated with or financially interested in the person, firm, or corporation engaged in the construction project to be reviewed or inspected. (C) “ Regulatory fee ” means payments, whether designated as permit fees, application fees, or by another name, that are required by a local government as an exercise of its police power, its regulation of business, and as a part of or as an aid to regulation of construction related activities under this chapter. (D) “ Regulatory requirements ” means the requirements determined by a county or municipality to be necessary for approval of plans, permits, or applications under this chapter; provided, however, that with respect to any application, such requirements shall include the Georgia State Minimum Standard Codes most recently adopted by the Department of Community Affairs and any locally adopted ordinances and amendments to such codes; applicable zoning ordinances and conditions; design standards; and other state and local laws, regulations, and ordinances applicable to the application in question.

(g)(1) As used in this subsection, the term:

(A) “ Complete application ” means a submitted plan, application, or request for inspection that contains all of the information and supporting documentation required by the county or municipality for it to make the determination as to whether the plan, application, or request is in compliance with regulatory requirements.

(A) “ Complete application ” means a submitted plan, application, or request for inspection that contains all of the information and supporting documentation required by the county or municipality for it to make the determination as to whether the plan, application, or request is in compliance with regulatory requirements.

(B) “ Private professional provider ” means a: (i) Professional engineer who holds a certificate of registration issued under Chapter 15 of Title 43; (ii) Professional architect who holds a certificate of registration issued under Chapter 4 of Title 43; or (iii) Qualified inspector as such term is defined in Code Section 8-2-26.1 who is not an employee of or otherwise affiliated with or financially interested in the person, firm, or corporation engaged in the construction project to be reviewed or inspected.

(B) “ Private professional provider ” means a:

(i) Professional engineer who holds a certificate of registration issued under Chapter 15 of Title 43;

(i) Professional engineer who holds a certificate of registration issued under Chapter 15 of Title 43;

(ii) Professional architect who holds a certificate of registration issued under Chapter 4 of Title 43; or

(ii) Professional architect who holds a certificate of registration issued under Chapter 4 of Title 43; or

(iii) Qualified inspector as such term is defined in Code Section 8-2-26.1

(iii) Qualified inspector as such term is defined in Code Section 8-2-26.1

who is not an employee of or otherwise affiliated with or financially interested in the person, firm, or corporation engaged in the construction project to be reviewed or inspected.

(C) “ Regulatory fee ” means payments, whether designated as permit fees, application fees, or by another name, that are required by a local government as an exercise of its police power, its regulation of business, and as a part of or as an aid to regulation of construction related activities under this chapter.

(C) “ Regulatory fee ” means payments, whether designated as permit fees, application fees, or by another name, that are required by a local government as an exercise of its police power, its regulation of business, and as a part of or as an aid to regulation of construction related activities under this chapter.

(D) “ Regulatory requirements ” means the requirements determined by a county or municipality to be necessary for approval of plans, permits, or applications under this chapter; provided, however, that with respect to any application, such requirements shall include the Georgia State Minimum Standard Codes most recently adopted by the Department of Community Affairs and any locally adopted ordinances and amendments to such codes; applicable zoning ordinances and conditions; design standards; and other state and local laws, regulations, and ordinances applicable to the application in question.

(D) “ Regulatory requirements ” means the requirements determined by a county or municipality to be necessary for approval of plans, permits, or applications under this chapter; provided, however, that with respect to any application, such requirements shall include the Georgia State Minimum Standard Codes most recently adopted by the Department of Community Affairs and any locally adopted ordinances and amendments to such codes; applicable zoning ordinances and conditions; design standards; and other state and local laws, regulations, and ordinances applicable to the application in question.

(2) Each county or municipality which imposes regulatory fees or regulatory requirements within its jurisdiction shall establish and make available a schedule of such regulatory fees and regulatory requirements which shall include a list of all documentation related to compliance with such regulatory requirements, including the requirements necessary for submittal of a complete application. The amount of any regulatory fee shall approximate the reasonable cost of the actual regulatory activity performed by the local government and shall be subject to the provisions of paragraph (6) of Code Section 48-13-5 .

(2) Each county or municipality which imposes regulatory fees or regulatory requirements within its jurisdiction shall establish and make available a schedule of such regulatory fees and regulatory requirements which shall include a list of all documentation related to compliance with such regulatory requirements, including the requirements necessary for submittal of a complete application. The amount of any regulatory fee shall approximate the reasonable cost of the actual regulatory activity performed by the local government and shall be subject to the provisions of paragraph (6) of Code Section 48-13-5 .

(3) No later than five business days after receipt of any application related to regulatory requirements, a local building official of a county or municipality shall notify each applicant as to whether the submitted documents meet the requirements of a complete application. Except as otherwise provided in this paragraph, time spent by a county or municipality determining whether an application is complete shall count toward the total 30 days for plan review or inspection. If a local building official determines that the application is not complete, the applicant shall be provided written notice identifying the items that are not complete. The 30 day time period is tolled when the application is rejected as incomplete. If within 30 days after the county or municipality has provided notice that the application is incomplete the permit applicant submits revisions to address the identified deficiencies, the local building official shall have an additional five business days to review the application for completeness.

(3) No later than five business days after receipt of any application related to regulatory requirements, a local building official of a county or municipality shall notify each applicant as to whether the submitted documents meet the requirements of a complete application. Except as otherwise provided in this paragraph, time spent by a county or municipality determining whether an application is complete shall count toward the total 30 days for plan review or inspection. If a local building official determines that the application is not complete, the applicant shall be provided written notice identifying the items that are not complete. The 30 day time period is tolled when the application is rejected as incomplete. If within 30 days after the county or municipality has provided notice that the application is incomplete the permit applicant submits revisions to address the identified deficiencies, the local building official shall have an additional five business days to review the application for completeness.

(4) At the time a county or municipality notifies the applicant that a complete application has been accepted, it shall also notify such applicant as to whether the personnel employed or contracted by such county or municipality will be able to provide regulatory action within 30 days for plan review or provide inspection services within two business days of receiving a valid written request for inspection.

(4) At the time a county or municipality notifies the applicant that a complete application has been accepted, it shall also notify such applicant as to whether the personnel employed or contracted by such county or municipality will be able to provide regulatory action within 30 days for plan review or provide inspection services within two business days of receiving a valid written request for inspection.

(5) The applicant shall have the option of retaining, at its own expense, a private professional provider to provide the required plan review or inspection in accordance with the provisions of this Code section irrespective of whether the county or municipality determines that the personnel employed or contracted by such county or municipality can provide regulatory action or inspection services within the time frames required under paragraph (4) of this subsection. If the applicant elects to utilize the services of a private professional provider, the regulatory fees associated with such regulatory action shall be reduced by 50 percent and such reduced amount shall be paid to the county or municipality in accordance with such jurisdiction's policies.

(5) The applicant shall have the option of retaining, at its own expense, a private professional provider to provide the required plan review or inspection in accordance with the provisions of this Code section irrespective of whether the county or municipality determines that the personnel employed or contracted by such county or municipality can provide regulatory action or inspection services within the time frames required under paragraph (4) of this subsection. If the applicant elects to utilize the services of a private professional provider, the regulatory fees associated with such regulatory action shall be reduced by 50 percent and such reduced amount shall be paid to the county or municipality in accordance with such jurisdiction's policies.

(6) If the county or municipality determines that the personnel employed or contracted by such county or municipality can provide regulatory action or inspection services within the time frames required under paragraph (4) of this subsection, a convenience fee not to exceed the full amount of the regulatory fees associated with such regulatory action shall be paid to the county or municipality in accordance with such jurisdiction's policies.

(6) If the county or municipality determines that the personnel employed or contracted by such county or municipality can provide regulatory action or inspection services within the time frames required under paragraph (4) of this subsection, a convenience fee not to exceed the full amount of the regulatory fees associated with such regulatory action shall be paid to the county or municipality in accordance with such jurisdiction's policies.

(7) If the local governing authority states its intent to complete the required plan review within the time prescribed by paragraph (4) of this subsection, or any extension thereof mutually agreed to by the applicant and the governing authority, and the local governing authority fails to complete such plan review in the time prescribed by paragraph (4) of this subsection, or any extension thereof mutually agreed to by the applicant and the governing authority, the local governing authority shall issue the applicant a project initiation permit. The local governing authority shall be allowed to limit the scope of a project initiation permit and limit the areas of the site to which the project initiation permit may apply but shall permit the applicant to begin work on the project, provided that portion of the initial phase of work is compliant with applicable codes, laws, and rules. If the plans submitted for permitting are denied for any deficiency, the time frames and process for resubmittal shall be governed by subparagraphs (C) through (E) of paragraph (13) of this subsection. Any delay in the processing of an application that is attributable to a cause outside the control of the county or municipality that is processing the application or through fault of the applicant shall not count toward days for the purposes of this subsection. This paragraph shall not be applicable if the applicant elects to retain a private professional provider to provide the required plan review.

(7) If the local governing authority states its intent to complete the required plan review within the time prescribed by paragraph (4) of this subsection, or any extension thereof mutually agreed to by the applicant and the governing authority, and the local governing authority fails to complete such plan review in the time prescribed by paragraph (4) of this subsection, or any extension thereof mutually agreed to by the applicant and the governing authority, the local governing authority shall issue the applicant a project initiation permit. The local governing authority shall be allowed to limit the scope of a project initiation permit and limit the areas of the site to which the project initiation permit may apply but shall permit the applicant to begin work on the project, provided that portion of the initial phase of work is compliant with applicable codes, laws, and rules. If the plans submitted for permitting are denied for any deficiency, the time frames and process for resubmittal shall be governed by subparagraphs (C) through (E) of paragraph (13) of this subsection. Any delay in the processing of an application that is attributable to a cause outside the control of the county or municipality that is processing the application or through fault of the applicant shall not count toward days for the purposes of this subsection. This paragraph shall not be applicable if the applicant elects to retain a private professional provider to provide the required plan review.

(8) Any plan review or inspection conducted by a private professional provider shall be no less extensive than plan reviews or inspections conducted by county or municipal personnel.

(8) Any plan review or inspection conducted by a private professional provider shall be no less extensive than plan reviews or inspections conducted by county or municipal personnel.

(9) The person, firm, or corporation retaining a private professional provider to conduct a plan review or an inspection shall be required to pay to the county or municipality which requires the plan review or inspection the regulatory fees and charges which are required by paragraph (5) or (6) of this subsection or both, as applicable.

(9) The person, firm, or corporation retaining a private professional provider to conduct a plan review or an inspection shall be required to pay to the county or municipality which requires the plan review or inspection the regulatory fees and charges which are required by paragraph (5) or (6) of this subsection or both, as applicable.

(10) A private professional provider performing plan reviews under this subsection shall review plans to determine compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements. Upon determining that the plans reviewed comply with the applicable regulatory requirements, such private professional provider shall prepare an affidavit or affidavits on a form adopted by the Department of Community Affairs certifying under oath that the following is true and correct to the best of such private professional provider's knowledge and belief and in accordance with the applicable professional standard of care: (A) The plans were reviewed by the affiant who is duly authorized to perform plan review pursuant to this subsection and who holds the appropriate license or certifications and insurance coverage stipulated in this subsection; (B) The plans comply with all applicable regulatory requirements; and (C) The plans submitted for plan review are in conformity with plans previously submitted to obtain governmental approvals required in the plan submittal process and do not make a change to the project reviewed for such approvals.

(10) A private professional provider performing plan reviews under this subsection shall review plans to determine compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements. Upon determining that the plans reviewed comply with the applicable regulatory requirements, such private professional provider shall prepare an affidavit or affidavits on a form adopted by the Department of Community Affairs certifying under oath that the following is true and correct to the best of such private professional provider's knowledge and belief and in accordance with the applicable professional standard of care:

(A) The plans were reviewed by the affiant who is duly authorized to perform plan review pursuant to this subsection and who holds the appropriate license or certifications and insurance coverage stipulated in this subsection;

(A) The plans were reviewed by the affiant who is duly authorized to perform plan review pursuant to this subsection and who holds the appropriate license or certifications and insurance coverage stipulated in this subsection;

(B) The plans comply with all applicable regulatory requirements; and

(B) The plans comply with all applicable regulatory requirements; and

(C) The plans submitted for plan review are in conformity with plans previously submitted to obtain governmental approvals required in the plan submittal process and do not make a change to the project reviewed for such approvals.

(C) The plans submitted for plan review are in conformity with plans previously submitted to obtain governmental approvals required in the plan submittal process and do not make a change to the project reviewed for such approvals.

(11) All private professional providers providing plan review or inspection services pursuant to this subsection shall secure and maintain insurance coverage for professional liability (errors and omissions) insurance. The limits of such insurance shall be not less than $1 million per claim and $1 million in aggregate coverage for any project with a construction cost of $5 million or less and $2 million per claim and $2 million in aggregate coverage for any project with a construction cost of more than $5 million. Such insurance may be a practice policy or project-specific coverage. If the insurance is a practice policy, it shall contain prior acts coverage for the private professional provider. If the insurance is project-specific, it shall continue in effect for two years following the issuance of the certificate of final completion for the project. A local enforcement agency, local building official, or local government may establish, for private professional providers working within that jurisdiction, a system of registration listing the private professional providers within their stated areas of competency. The permit applicant shall verify compliance with the insurance requirements of this paragraph.

(11) All private professional providers providing plan review or inspection services pursuant to this subsection shall secure and maintain insurance coverage for professional liability (errors and omissions) insurance. The limits of such insurance shall be not less than $1 million per claim and $1 million in aggregate coverage for any project with a construction cost of $5 million or less and $2 million per claim and $2 million in aggregate coverage for any project with a construction cost of more than $5 million. Such insurance may be a practice policy or project-specific coverage. If the insurance is a practice policy, it shall contain prior acts coverage for the private professional provider. If the insurance is project-specific, it shall continue in effect for two years following the issuance of the certificate of final completion for the project. A local enforcement agency, local building official, or local government may establish, for private professional providers working within that jurisdiction, a system of registration listing the private professional providers within their stated areas of competency. The permit applicant shall verify compliance with the insurance requirements of this paragraph.

(12) The private professional provider shall be empowered to perform any plan review or inspection required by the governing authority of any county or municipality, including, but not limited to, inspections for footings, foundations, concrete slabs, framing, electrical, plumbing, heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), or any and all other inspections necessary or required to determine compliance with all regulatory requirements and for the issuance of a building permit or certificate of occupancy by the governing authority of any county or municipality, provided that the plan review or inspection is within the scope of such private professional provider's area of competency; and provided, further, that a qualified inspector acting as a private professional provider shall only be empowered to perform a plan review or inspection within an area for which such qualified inspector has been issued a certification, license, or completion of training provided for in paragraph (2) of subsection (a) of Code Section 8-2-26.1 . Nothing in this Code section shall authorize any private professional provider to issue a certificate of occupancy. Only a local governing authority shall be authorized to issue a certificate of occupancy.

(12) The private professional provider shall be empowered to perform any plan review or inspection required by the governing authority of any county or municipality, including, but not limited to, inspections for footings, foundations, concrete slabs, framing, electrical, plumbing, heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), or any and all other inspections necessary or required to determine compliance with all regulatory requirements and for the issuance of a building permit or certificate of occupancy by the governing authority of any county or municipality, provided that the plan review or inspection is within the scope of such private professional provider's area of competency; and provided, further, that a qualified inspector acting as a private professional provider shall only be empowered to perform a plan review or inspection within an area for which such qualified inspector has been issued a certification, license, or completion of training provided for in paragraph (2) of subsection (a) of Code Section 8-2-26.1 . Nothing in this Code section shall authorize any private professional provider to issue a certificate of occupancy. Only a local governing authority shall be authorized to issue a certificate of occupancy.

(13)(A) The permit applicant shall submit a copy of the private professional provider's plan review report to the county or municipality within five days of its completion. Such plan review report shall include at a minimum all of the following: (i) The affidavit of the private professional provider required pursuant to this subsection; (ii) The applicable fees; and (iii) Any documents required by the local official and any other documents necessary to determine that the permit applicant has secured all other governmental approvals required by law. (B) No more than 30 days after receipt of both a permit application and the affidavit from the private professional provider required pursuant to this subsection, the local building official shall issue the requested permit or provide written notice to the permit applicant identifying the specific plan features that do not comply with the applicable regulatory requirements, as well as the specific code chapters and sections of such regulatory requirements. If the local building official does not provide a written notice of the plan deficiencies within the prescribed 30 day period, the permit application shall be deemed approved as a matter of law and the permit shall be issued by the local building official on the next business day. (C) If the local building official provides a written notice of plan deficiencies to the permit applicant within the prescribed 30 day period, the 30 day period shall be tolled pending resolution of the matter. To resolve the plan deficiencies, the permit applicant may elect to dispute the deficiencies pursuant to this subsection or to submit revisions to correct the deficiencies. (D) If the permit applicant submits revisions to address the plan deficiencies previously identified, the local building official shall have the remainder of the tolled 30 day period plus an additional five business days to issue the requested permit or to provide a second written notice to the permit applicant stating which of the previously identified plan features remain in noncompliance with the applicable regulatory requirements, with specific reference to the relevant code chapters and sections of such regulatory requirements. If the local building official does not provide the second written notice within the prescribed time period, the permit shall be issued by the local building official on the next business day. In the event that the revisions required to address the plan deficiencies or any additional revisions submitted by the applicant require that new governmental approvals be obtained, the applicant shall be required to obtain such approvals before a new plan report can be submitted. (E) If the local building official provides a second written notice of plan deficiencies to the permit applicant within the prescribed time period, the permit applicant may elect to dispute the deficiencies pursuant to this subsection or to submit additional revisions to correct the deficiencies. For all revisions submitted after the first revision, the local building official shall have an additional five business days to issue the requested permit or to provide a written notice to the permit applicant stating which of the previously identified plan features remain in noncompliance with the applicable regulatory requirements, with specific reference to the relevant code chapters and sections.

(13)(A) The permit applicant shall submit a copy of the private professional provider's plan review report to the county or municipality within five days of its completion. Such plan review report shall include at a minimum all of the following: (i) The affidavit of the private professional provider required pursuant to this subsection; (ii) The applicable fees; and (iii) Any documents required by the local official and any other documents necessary to determine that the permit applicant has secured all other governmental approvals required by law.

(13)(A) The permit applicant shall submit a copy of the private professional provider's plan review report to the county or municipality within five days of its completion. Such plan review report shall include at a minimum all of the following:

(i) The affidavit of the private professional provider required pursuant to this subsection;

(i) The affidavit of the private professional provider required pursuant to this subsection;

(ii) The applicable fees; and

(ii) The applicable fees; and

(iii) Any documents required by the local official and any other documents necessary to determine that the permit applicant has secured all other governmental approvals required by law.

(iii) Any documents required by the local official and any other documents necessary to determine that the permit applicant has secured all other governmental approvals required by law.

(B) No more than 30 days after receipt of both a permit application and the affidavit from the private professional provider required pursuant to this subsection, the local building official shall issue the requested permit or provide written notice to the permit applicant identifying the specific plan features that do not comply with the applicable regulatory requirements, as well as the specific code chapters and sections of such regulatory requirements. If the local building official does not provide a written notice of the plan deficiencies within the prescribed 30 day period, the permit application shall be deemed approved as a matter of law and the permit shall be issued by the local building official on the next business day.

(B) No more than 30 days after receipt of both a permit application and the affidavit from the private professional provider required pursuant to this subsection, the local building official shall issue the requested permit or provide written notice to the permit applicant identifying the specific plan features that do not comply with the applicable regulatory requirements, as well as the specific code chapters and sections of such regulatory requirements. If the local building official does not provide a written notice of the plan deficiencies within the prescribed 30 day period, the permit application shall be deemed approved as a matter of law and the permit shall be issued by the local building official on the next business day.

(C) If the local building official provides a written notice of plan deficiencies to the permit applicant within the prescribed 30 day period, the 30 day period shall be tolled pending resolution of the matter. To resolve the plan deficiencies, the permit applicant may elect to dispute the deficiencies pursuant to this subsection or to submit revisions to correct the deficiencies.

(C) If the local building official provides a written notice of plan deficiencies to the permit applicant within the prescribed 30 day period, the 30 day period shall be tolled pending resolution of the matter. To resolve the plan deficiencies, the permit applicant may elect to dispute the deficiencies pursuant to this subsection or to submit revisions to correct the deficiencies.

(D) If the permit applicant submits revisions to address the plan deficiencies previously identified, the local building official shall have the remainder of the tolled 30 day period plus an additional five business days to issue the requested permit or to provide a second written notice to the permit applicant stating which of the previously identified plan features remain in noncompliance with the applicable regulatory requirements, with specific reference to the relevant code chapters and sections of such regulatory requirements. If the local building official does not provide the second written notice within the prescribed time period, the permit shall be issued by the local building official on the next business day. In the event that the revisions required to address the plan deficiencies or any additional revisions submitted by the applicant require that new governmental approvals be obtained, the applicant shall be required to obtain such approvals before a new plan report can be submitted.

(D) If the permit applicant submits revisions to address the plan deficiencies previously identified, the local building official shall have the remainder of the tolled 30 day period plus an additional five business days to issue the requested permit or to provide a second written notice to the permit applicant stating which of the previously identified plan features remain in noncompliance with the applicable regulatory requirements, with specific reference to the relevant code chapters and sections of such regulatory requirements. If the local building official does not provide the second written notice within the prescribed time period, the permit shall be issued by the local building official on the next business day. In the event that the revisions required to address the plan deficiencies or any additional revisions submitted by the applicant require that new governmental approvals be obtained, the applicant shall be required to obtain such approvals before a new plan report can be submitted.

(E) If the local building official provides a second written notice of plan deficiencies to the permit applicant within the prescribed time period, the permit applicant may elect to dispute the deficiencies pursuant to this subsection or to submit additional revisions to correct the deficiencies. For all revisions submitted after the first revision, the local building official shall have an additional five business days to issue the requested permit or to provide a written notice to the permit applicant stating which of the previously identified plan features remain in noncompliance with the applicable regulatory requirements, with specific reference to the relevant code chapters and sections.

(E) If the local building official provides a second written notice of plan deficiencies to the permit applicant within the prescribed time period, the permit applicant may elect to dispute the deficiencies pursuant to this subsection or to submit additional revisions to correct the deficiencies. For all revisions submitted after the first revision, the local building official shall have an additional five business days to issue the requested permit or to provide a written notice to the permit applicant stating which of the previously identified plan features remain in noncompliance with the applicable regulatory requirements, with specific reference to the relevant code chapters and sections.

(14) Upon submission by the private professional provider of a copy of his or her inspection report to the local governing authority, said local governing authority shall be required to accept the inspection of the private professional provider without the necessity of further inspection or approval by the inspectors or other personnel employed by the local governing authority unless said governing authority has notified the private professional provider, within two business days after the submission of the inspection report, that it finds the report incomplete or the inspection inadequate and has provided the private professional provider with a written description of the deficiencies and specific regulatory requirements that have not been adequately addressed.

(14) Upon submission by the private professional provider of a copy of his or her inspection report to the local governing authority, said local governing authority shall be required to accept the inspection of the private professional provider without the necessity of further inspection or approval by the inspectors or other personnel employed by the local governing authority unless said governing authority has notified the private professional provider, within two business days after the submission of the inspection report, that it finds the report incomplete or the inspection inadequate and has provided the private professional provider with a written description of the deficiencies and specific regulatory requirements that have not been adequately addressed.

(15) A local governing authority may provide for the prequalification of private professional providers who may perform plan reviews or inspections pursuant to this subsection. No ordinance implementing prequalification shall become effective until notice of the governing authority's intent to require prequalification and the specific requirements for prequalification have been advertised in the newspaper in which the sheriff's advertisements for that locality are published, and by any other methods such local authority ordinarily utilizes for notification of engineering, architecture, or construction related solicitations. The ordinance implementing prequalification shall provide for evaluation of the qualifications of a private professional provider only on the basis of the private professional provider's expertise with respect to the objectives of this subsection, as demonstrated by the private professional provider's experience, education, and training. Such ordinance may require a private professional provider to hold additional certifications, provided that such certifications are required by ordinance for plan review personnel currently directly employed by such local governing authority.

(15) A local governing authority may provide for the prequalification of private professional providers who may perform plan reviews or inspections pursuant to this subsection. No ordinance implementing prequalification shall become effective until notice of the governing authority's intent to require prequalification and the specific requirements for prequalification have been advertised in the newspaper in which the sheriff's advertisements for that locality are published, and by any other methods such local authority ordinarily utilizes for notification of engineering, architecture, or construction related solicitations. The ordinance implementing prequalification shall provide for evaluation of the qualifications of a private professional provider only on the basis of the private professional provider's expertise with respect to the objectives of this subsection, as demonstrated by the private professional provider's experience, education, and training. Such ordinance may require a private professional provider to hold additional certifications, provided that such certifications are required by ordinance for plan review personnel currently directly employed by such local governing authority.

(16) Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to limit any public or private right of action designed to provide protection, rights, or remedies for consumers.

(16) Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to limit any public or private right of action designed to provide protection, rights, or remedies for consumers.

(17) Reserved.

(17) Reserved.

(18) If the local building official determines that the building construction or plans do not comply with the applicable regulatory requirements, the official may deny the permit or request for a certificate of occupancy or certificate of completion, as appropriate, or may issue a stop-work order for the project or any portion thereof as provided by law, after giving notice to the owner, the architect of record, the engineer of record, or the contractor of record and by posting a copy of the order on the site of the project and opportunity to remedy the violation within the time limits set forth in the notice, if the official determines noncompliance with regulatory requirements, provided that: (A) A local building official shall be available to meet with the private professional provider within two business days to resolve any dispute after issuing a stop-work order or providing notice to the applicant denying a permit or request for a certificate of occupancy or certificate of completion; and (B) If the local building official and the private professional provider are unable to resolve the dispute or meet within the time required by this Code section, the matter shall be referred to the local enforcement agency's board of appeals, if one exists, which shall consider the matter not later than its next scheduled meeting. Any decisions by the local official, if there is no board of appeals, may be appealed to the Department of Community Affairs as provided in this chapter. The Department of Community Affairs shall develop rules and regulations which shall establish reasonable time frames and fees to carry out the provisions of this paragraph.

(18) If the local building official determines that the building construction or plans do not comply with the applicable regulatory requirements, the official may deny the permit or request for a certificate of occupancy or certificate of completion, as appropriate, or may issue a stop-work order for the project or any portion thereof as provided by law, after giving notice to the owner, the architect of record, the engineer of record, or the contractor of record and by posting a copy of the order on the site of the project and opportunity to remedy the violation within the time limits set forth in the notice, if the official determines noncompliance with regulatory requirements, provided that:

(A) A local building official shall be available to meet with the private professional provider within two business days to resolve any dispute after issuing a stop-work order or providing notice to the applicant denying a permit or request for a certificate of occupancy or certificate of completion; and

(A) A local building official shall be available to meet with the private professional provider within two business days to resolve any dispute after issuing a stop-work order or providing notice to the applicant denying a permit or request for a certificate of occupancy or certificate of completion; and

(B) If the local building official and the private professional provider are unable to resolve the dispute or meet within the time required by this Code section, the matter shall be referred to the local enforcement agency's board of appeals, if one exists, which shall consider the matter not later than its next scheduled meeting. Any decisions by the local official, if there is no board of appeals, may be appealed to the Department of Community Affairs as provided in this chapter. The Department of Community Affairs shall develop rules and regulations which shall establish reasonable time frames and fees to carry out the provisions of this paragraph.

(B) If the local building official and the private professional provider are unable to resolve the dispute or meet within the time required by this Code section, the matter shall be referred to the local enforcement agency's board of appeals, if one exists, which shall consider the matter not later than its next scheduled meeting. Any decisions by the local official, if there is no board of appeals, may be appealed to the Department of Community Affairs as provided in this chapter. The Department of Community Affairs shall develop rules and regulations which shall establish reasonable time frames and fees to carry out the provisions of this paragraph.

(19) The local government, a local building official, and local building code enforcement personnel and agents of the local government shall be immune from liability to any person or party for any action or inaction by an owner of a building or by a private professional provider or its duly authorized representative in connection with plan review and inspection services by private professional providers as provided in this subsection.

(19) The local government, a local building official, and local building code enforcement personnel and agents of the local government shall be immune from liability to any person or party for any action or inaction by an owner of a building or by a private professional provider or its duly authorized representative in connection with plan review and inspection services by private professional providers as provided in this subsection.

(20) No local enforcement agency, local code official, or local government shall adopt or enforce any rules, procedures, policies, qualifications, or standards more stringent than those prescribed in this subsection. This subsection shall not preempt any local laws, rules, or procedures relating to the plan submittal process of local governing authorities.

(20) No local enforcement agency, local code official, or local government shall adopt or enforce any rules, procedures, policies, qualifications, or standards more stringent than those prescribed in this subsection. This subsection shall not preempt any local laws, rules, or procedures relating to the plan submittal process of local governing authorities.

(21) Nothing in this subsection shall limit the authority of a local code official to issue a stop-work order for a building project or any portion of such project, which may go into effect immediately as provided by law, after giving notice and opportunity to remedy the violation, if the official determines that a condition on the building site constitutes an immediate threat to public safety and welfare. A stop-work order issued for reasons of immediate threat to public safety and welfare shall be appealable to the local enforcement agency's board of appeals, if one exists, in the manner provided by applicable law. Any decisions by the local official, if there is no board of appeals, may be appealed to the Department of Community Affairs as provided in this chapter.

(21) Nothing in this subsection shall limit the authority of a local code official to issue a stop-work order for a building project or any portion of such project, which may go into effect immediately as provided by law, after giving notice and opportunity to remedy the violation, if the official determines that a condition on the building site constitutes an immediate threat to public safety and welfare. A stop-work order issued for reasons of immediate threat to public safety and welfare shall be appealable to the local enforcement agency's board of appeals, if one exists, in the manner provided by applicable law. Any decisions by the local official, if there is no board of appeals, may be appealed to the Department of Community Affairs as provided in this chapter.

(22) When performing plan reviews or inspection services, a private professional provider is subject to the disciplinary guidelines of the applicable professional licensing board with jurisdiction over such private professional provider's license or certification under Chapters 4 and 15 of Title 43, as applicable. Any complaint processing, investigation, and discipline that arise out of a private professional provider's performance of plan reviews or inspection services shall be conducted by the applicable professional licensing board. Notwithstanding any disciplinary rules of the applicable professional licensing board with jurisdiction over such private professional provider's license or certification under Chapters 4 and 15 of Title 43, any local building official may decline to accept plan reviews or inspection services submitted by any private professional provider who has submitted multiple reports which required revisions due to negligence, noncompliance, or deficiencies.

(22) When performing plan reviews or inspection services, a private professional provider is subject to the disciplinary guidelines of the applicable professional licensing board with jurisdiction over such private professional provider's license or certification under Chapters 4 and 15 of Title 43, as applicable. Any complaint processing, investigation, and discipline that arise out of a private professional provider's performance of plan reviews or inspection services shall be conducted by the applicable professional licensing board. Notwithstanding any disciplinary rules of the applicable professional licensing board with jurisdiction over such private professional provider's license or certification under Chapters 4 and 15 of Title 43, any local building official may decline to accept plan reviews or inspection services submitted by any private professional provider who has submitted multiple reports which required revisions due to negligence, noncompliance, or deficiencies.

(23) Nothing in this subsection shall apply to inspections exempted in Code Section 8-2-26.1 .

(23) Nothing in this subsection shall apply to inspections exempted in Code Section 8-2-26.1 .

(24) To the extent that a provision of this Code section conflicts with requirements of federal laws or regulations or impairs a county's or municipality's receipt of federal funds, such provision shall not apply.

(24) To the extent that a provision of this Code section conflicts with requirements of federal laws or regulations or impairs a county's or municipality's receipt of federal funds, such provision shall not apply.
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-308 — GA Code / Title 8 / Chapter 3 / Section 8-3-308
Georgia Code Title 8. Buildings and Housing § 8-3-308
Status: in_force

The commission shall:

(1) Meet at such times and places as it shall determine necessary or convenient to perform its duties;

(1) Meet at such times and places as it shall determine necessary or convenient to perform its duties;

(2) Maintain minutes of its meetings;

(2) Maintain minutes of its meetings;

(3) Adopt rules and regulations for the transaction of its business;

(3) Adopt rules and regulations for the transaction of its business;

(4) Accept applications for disbursements of available moneys from the trust fund for residential housing projects; and

(4) Accept applications for disbursements of available moneys from the trust fund for residential housing projects; and

(5) Maintain or cause to be maintained records of all expenditures of the commission, all funds received, and all disbursements made.

(5) Maintain or cause to be maintained records of all expenditures of the commission, all funds received, and all disbursements made.
O.C.G.A. § 8-2-29 — GA Code / Title 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 8-2-29
Georgia Code Title 8. Buildings and Housing § 8-2-29
Status: in_force

In addition to any other powers granted by this part, the department shall have the power to:

(1) Administer all funds available under this part;

(1) Administer all funds available under this part;

(2) Accept any grant of funds made by the United States government or any agency thereof for the purpose of carrying out this part;

(2) Accept any grant of funds made by the United States government or any agency thereof for the purpose of carrying out this part;

(3) Request from the various departments, agencies, and authorities of the state and its political subdivisions such available information as it may require in its work; and all such departments, agencies, and authorities shall furnish, within a reasonable time, such requested available information to the department;

(3) Request from the various departments, agencies, and authorities of the state and its political subdivisions such available information as it may require in its work; and all such departments, agencies, and authorities shall furnish, within a reasonable time, such requested available information to the department;

(4) Contract with the United States government or agencies thereof, with political subdivisions of the state, and with private persons and corporations; and

(4) Contract with the United States government or agencies thereof, with political subdivisions of the state, and with private persons and corporations; and

(5) Do all other things necessary and proper to exercise its powers and perform its duties in accordance with this part.

(5) Do all other things necessary and proper to exercise its powers and perform its duties in accordance with this part.
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-5 — GA Code / Title 8 / Chapter 3 / Section 8-3-5
Georgia Code Title 8. Buildings and Housing § 8-3-5
Status: in_force

(a) A governing body shall adopt a resolution declaring that there is need for a housing authority in the city or county, as the case may be, if it shall find that insanitary or unsafe inhabited dwelling accommodations exist in such city or county or that there is a shortage of safe or sanitary dwelling accommodations in such city or county available to persons of low income at rentals they can afford.

(a) A governing body shall adopt a resolution declaring that there is need for a housing authority in the city or county, as the case may be, if it shall find that insanitary or unsafe inhabited dwelling accommodations exist in such city or county or that there is a shortage of safe or sanitary dwelling accommodations in such city or county available to persons of low income at rentals they can afford.

(b) In determining whether dwelling accommodations are unsafe or insanitary, said governing body may take into consideration the degree of overcrowding; the percentage of land coverage; the light, air, space, and access available to the inhabitants of such dwelling accommodations; the size and arrangement of the rooms; the sanitary facilities; and the extent to which conditions which endanger life or property by fire or other causes exist in such buildings.

(b) In determining whether dwelling accommodations are unsafe or insanitary, said governing body may take into consideration the degree of overcrowding; the percentage of land coverage; the light, air, space, and access available to the inhabitants of such dwelling accommodations; the size and arrangement of the rooms; the sanitary facilities; and the extent to which conditions which endanger life or property by fire or other causes exist in such buildings.
O.C.G.A. § 8-2-3 — GA Code / Title 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 8-2-3
Georgia Code Title 8. Buildings and Housing § 8-2-3
Status: in_force

(a) On or before July 1, 2012, the department, with the approval of the board, shall amend applicable state minimum standard codes to require the installation of high-efficiency plumbing fixtures in all new construction permitted on or after July 1, 2012.

(a) On or before July 1, 2012, the department, with the approval of the board, shall amend applicable state minimum standard codes to require the installation of high-efficiency plumbing fixtures in all new construction permitted on or after July 1, 2012.

(b) As used in this Code section, the term: (1) “ Construction ” means the erection of a new building or the alteration of an existing building in connection with its repair or renovation or in connection with making an addition to an existing building and shall include the replacement of a malfunctioning, unserviceable, or obsolete faucet, showerhead, toilet, or urinal in an existing building. (2) “ Department ” means the Department of Community Affairs. (3) “ Lavatory faucet ” means a faucet that discharges into a lavatory basin in a domestic or commercial installation. (4) “ Plumbing fixture ” means a device that receives water, waste, or both and discharges the water, waste, or both into a drainage system. The term includes a kitchen sink, utility sink, lavatory, bidet, bathtub, shower, urinal, toilet, water closet, or drinking water fountain. (5) “ Plumbing fixture fitting ” means a device that controls and directs the flow of water. The term includes a sink faucet, lavatory faucet, showerhead, or bath filler. (6) “ Pressurized flushing device ” means a device that contains a valve that: (A) Is attached to a pressurized water supply pipe that is of sufficient size to deliver water at the necessary rate of flow to ensure flushing when the valve is open; and (B) Opens on actuation to allow water to flow into the fixture at a rate and in a quantity necessary for the operation of the fixture and gradually closes to avoid water hammer. (7) “ Toilet ” means a water closet. (8) “ Water closet ” means a fixture with a water-containing receptor that receives liquid and solid body waste and on actuation conveys the waste through an exposed integral trap into a drainage system and which is also referred to as a toilet. (9) “ WaterSense ” means a voluntary program of the United States Environmental Protection Agency designed to identify and promote water efficient products and practices.

(b) As used in this Code section, the term:

(1) “ Construction ” means the erection of a new building or the alteration of an existing building in connection with its repair or renovation or in connection with making an addition to an existing building and shall include the replacement of a malfunctioning, unserviceable, or obsolete faucet, showerhead, toilet, or urinal in an existing building.

(1) “ Construction ” means the erection of a new building or the alteration of an existing building in connection with its repair or renovation or in connection with making an addition to an existing building and shall include the replacement of a malfunctioning, unserviceable, or obsolete faucet, showerhead, toilet, or urinal in an existing building.

(2) “ Department ” means the Department of Community Affairs.

(2) “ Department ” means the Department of Community Affairs.

(3) “ Lavatory faucet ” means a faucet that discharges into a lavatory basin in a domestic or commercial installation.

(3) “ Lavatory faucet ” means a faucet that discharges into a lavatory basin in a domestic or commercial installation.

(4) “ Plumbing fixture ” means a device that receives water, waste, or both and discharges the water, waste, or both into a drainage system. The term includes a kitchen sink, utility sink, lavatory, bidet, bathtub, shower, urinal, toilet, water closet, or drinking water fountain.

(4) “ Plumbing fixture ” means a device that receives water, waste, or both and discharges the water, waste, or both into a drainage system. The term includes a kitchen sink, utility sink, lavatory, bidet, bathtub, shower, urinal, toilet, water closet, or drinking water fountain.

(5) “ Plumbing fixture fitting ” means a device that controls and directs the flow of water. The term includes a sink faucet, lavatory faucet, showerhead, or bath filler.

(5) “ Plumbing fixture fitting ” means a device that controls and directs the flow of water. The term includes a sink faucet, lavatory faucet, showerhead, or bath filler.

(6) “ Pressurized flushing device ” means a device that contains a valve that: (A) Is attached to a pressurized water supply pipe that is of sufficient size to deliver water at the necessary rate of flow to ensure flushing when the valve is open; and (B) Opens on actuation to allow water to flow into the fixture at a rate and in a quantity necessary for the operation of the fixture and gradually closes to avoid water hammer.

(6) “ Pressurized flushing device ” means a device that contains a valve that:

(A) Is attached to a pressurized water supply pipe that is of sufficient size to deliver water at the necessary rate of flow to ensure flushing when the valve is open; and

(A) Is attached to a pressurized water supply pipe that is of sufficient size to deliver water at the necessary rate of flow to ensure flushing when the valve is open; and

(B) Opens on actuation to allow water to flow into the fixture at a rate and in a quantity necessary for the operation of the fixture and gradually closes to avoid water hammer.

(B) Opens on actuation to allow water to flow into the fixture at a rate and in a quantity necessary for the operation of the fixture and gradually closes to avoid water hammer.

(7) “ Toilet ” means a water closet.

(7) “ Toilet ” means a water closet.

(8) “ Water closet ” means a fixture with a water-containing receptor that receives liquid and solid body waste and on actuation conveys the waste through an exposed integral trap into a drainage system and which is also referred to as a toilet.

(8) “ Water closet ” means a fixture with a water-containing receptor that receives liquid and solid body waste and on actuation conveys the waste through an exposed integral trap into a drainage system and which is also referred to as a toilet.

(9) “ WaterSense ” means a voluntary program of the United States Environmental Protection Agency designed to identify and promote water efficient products and practices.

(9) “ WaterSense ” means a voluntary program of the United States Environmental Protection Agency designed to identify and promote water efficient products and practices.

(c) The standards related to high-efficiency plumbing fixtures shall include without limitation, the following: (1) A water closet or toilet that: (A) Is a dual flush water closet that meets the following standards: (i) The average flush volume of two reduced flushes and one full flush may not exceed 1.28 gallons; (ii) The toilet meets the performance, testing, and labeling requirements prescribed by the following standards, as applicable: (I) American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.19.2-2008; and (II) American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.19.14-2006 “Six-Liter Water Closets Equipped with a Dual Flushing Device”; and (iii) Is listed to the WaterSense Tank-Type High Efficiency Toilet Specification; or (B) Is a single flush water closet, including gravity, pressure assisted, and electro-hydraulic tank types, that meets the following standards: (i) The average flush volume may not exceed 1.28 gallons; (ii) The toilet must meet the performance, testing, and labeling requirements prescribed by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.192/CSA B45.1 or A112.19.14; and (iii) The toilet must be listed to the WaterSense Tank-Type High Efficiency Toilet Specification; (2) A shower head that allows a flow of no more than an average of 2.5 gallons of water per minute at 60 pounds per square inch of pressure; (3) A urinal and associated flush valve that: (A) Uses no more than 0.5 gallons of water per flush; (B) Meets the performance, testing, and labeling requirements prescribed by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.19.2/CSA B45.1; (C) For flushing urinals, meets all WaterSense specifications for flushing urinals; and (D) Where nonwater urinals are employed, complies with American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.19.3/CSA B45.4 or American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.19.19/CSA B45.4. Nonwater urinals shall be cleaned and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions after installation. Where nonwater urinals are installed they shall have a water distribution line roughed-in to the urinal location at a minimum height of 56 inches (1,422 mm) to allow for the installation of an approved backflow prevention device in the event of a retrofit. Such water distribution lines shall be installed with shut-off valves located as close as possible to the distributing main to prevent the creation of dead ends. Where nonwater urinals are installed, a minimum of one water supplied fixture rated at a minimum of one water supply fixture unit shall be installed upstream on the same drain line to facilitate drain line flow and rinsing; (4) A lavatory faucet or lavatory replacement aerator that allows a flow of no more than 1.5 gallons of water per minute at a pressure of 60 pounds per square inch in accordance with American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.18.1/CSA B.125.1 and listed to the WaterSense High-Efficiency Lavatory Faucet Specification; and (5) A kitchen faucet or kitchen replacement aerator that allows a flow of no more than 2.0 gallons of water per minute.

(c) The standards related to high-efficiency plumbing fixtures shall include without limitation, the following:

(1) A water closet or toilet that: (A) Is a dual flush water closet that meets the following standards: (i) The average flush volume of two reduced flushes and one full flush may not exceed 1.28 gallons; (ii) The toilet meets the performance, testing, and labeling requirements prescribed by the following standards, as applicable: (I) American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.19.2-2008; and (II) American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.19.14-2006 “Six-Liter Water Closets Equipped with a Dual Flushing Device”; and (iii) Is listed to the WaterSense Tank-Type High Efficiency Toilet Specification; or (B) Is a single flush water closet, including gravity, pressure assisted, and electro-hydraulic tank types, that meets the following standards: (i) The average flush volume may not exceed 1.28 gallons; (ii) The toilet must meet the performance, testing, and labeling requirements prescribed by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.192/CSA B45.1 or A112.19.14; and (iii) The toilet must be listed to the WaterSense Tank-Type High Efficiency Toilet Specification;

(1) A water closet or toilet that:

(A) Is a dual flush water closet that meets the following standards: (i) The average flush volume of two reduced flushes and one full flush may not exceed 1.28 gallons; (ii) The toilet meets the performance, testing, and labeling requirements prescribed by the following standards, as applicable: (I) American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.19.2-2008; and (II) American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.19.14-2006 “Six-Liter Water Closets Equipped with a Dual Flushing Device”; and (iii) Is listed to the WaterSense Tank-Type High Efficiency Toilet Specification; or

(A) Is a dual flush water closet that meets the following standards:

(i) The average flush volume of two reduced flushes and one full flush may not exceed 1.28 gallons;

(i) The average flush volume of two reduced flushes and one full flush may not exceed 1.28 gallons;

(ii) The toilet meets the performance, testing, and labeling requirements prescribed by the following standards, as applicable: (I) American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.19.2-2008; and (II) American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.19.14-2006 “Six-Liter Water Closets Equipped with a Dual Flushing Device”; and

(ii) The toilet meets the performance, testing, and labeling requirements prescribed by the following standards, as applicable:

(I) American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.19.2-2008; and

(I) American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.19.2-2008; and

(II) American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.19.14-2006 “Six-Liter Water Closets Equipped with a Dual Flushing Device”; and

(II) American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.19.14-2006 “Six-Liter Water Closets Equipped with a Dual Flushing Device”; and

(iii) Is listed to the WaterSense Tank-Type High Efficiency Toilet Specification; or

(iii) Is listed to the WaterSense Tank-Type High Efficiency Toilet Specification; or

(B) Is a single flush water closet, including gravity, pressure assisted, and electro-hydraulic tank types, that meets the following standards: (i) The average flush volume may not exceed 1.28 gallons; (ii) The toilet must meet the performance, testing, and labeling requirements prescribed by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.192/CSA B45.1 or A112.19.14; and (iii) The toilet must be listed to the WaterSense Tank-Type High Efficiency Toilet Specification;

(B) Is a single flush water closet, including gravity, pressure assisted, and electro-hydraulic tank types, that meets the following standards:

(i) The average flush volume may not exceed 1.28 gallons;

(i) The average flush volume may not exceed 1.28 gallons;

(ii) The toilet must meet the performance, testing, and labeling requirements prescribed by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.192/CSA B45.1 or A112.19.14; and

(ii) The toilet must meet the performance, testing, and labeling requirements prescribed by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.192/CSA B45.1 or A112.19.14; and

(iii) The toilet must be listed to the WaterSense Tank-Type High Efficiency Toilet Specification;

(iii) The toilet must be listed to the WaterSense Tank-Type High Efficiency Toilet Specification;

(2) A shower head that allows a flow of no more than an average of 2.5 gallons of water per minute at 60 pounds per square inch of pressure;

(2) A shower head that allows a flow of no more than an average of 2.5 gallons of water per minute at 60 pounds per square inch of pressure;

(3) A urinal and associated flush valve that: (A) Uses no more than 0.5 gallons of water per flush; (B) Meets the performance, testing, and labeling requirements prescribed by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.19.2/CSA B45.1; (C) For flushing urinals, meets all WaterSense specifications for flushing urinals; and (D) Where nonwater urinals are employed, complies with American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.19.3/CSA B45.4 or American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.19.19/CSA B45.4. Nonwater urinals shall be cleaned and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions after installation. Where nonwater urinals are installed they shall have a water distribution line roughed-in to the urinal location at a minimum height of 56 inches (1,422 mm) to allow for the installation of an approved backflow prevention device in the event of a retrofit. Such water distribution lines shall be installed with shut-off valves located as close as possible to the distributing main to prevent the creation of dead ends. Where nonwater urinals are installed, a minimum of one water supplied fixture rated at a minimum of one water supply fixture unit shall be installed upstream on the same drain line to facilitate drain line flow and rinsing;

(3) A urinal and associated flush valve that:

(A) Uses no more than 0.5 gallons of water per flush;

(A) Uses no more than 0.5 gallons of water per flush;

(B) Meets the performance, testing, and labeling requirements prescribed by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.19.2/CSA B45.1;

(B) Meets the performance, testing, and labeling requirements prescribed by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.19.2/CSA B45.1;

(C) For flushing urinals, meets all WaterSense specifications for flushing urinals; and

(C) For flushing urinals, meets all WaterSense specifications for flushing urinals; and

(D) Where nonwater urinals are employed, complies with American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.19.3/CSA B45.4 or American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.19.19/CSA B45.4. Nonwater urinals shall be cleaned and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions after installation. Where nonwater urinals are installed they shall have a water distribution line roughed-in to the urinal location at a minimum height of 56 inches (1,422 mm) to allow for the installation of an approved backflow prevention device in the event of a retrofit. Such water distribution lines shall be installed with shut-off valves located as close as possible to the distributing main to prevent the creation of dead ends. Where nonwater urinals are installed, a minimum of one water supplied fixture rated at a minimum of one water supply fixture unit shall be installed upstream on the same drain line to facilitate drain line flow and rinsing;

(D) Where nonwater urinals are employed, complies with American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.19.3/CSA B45.4 or American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.19.19/CSA B45.4. Nonwater urinals shall be cleaned and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions after installation. Where nonwater urinals are installed they shall have a water distribution line roughed-in to the urinal location at a minimum height of 56 inches (1,422 mm) to allow for the installation of an approved backflow prevention device in the event of a retrofit. Such water distribution lines shall be installed with shut-off valves located as close as possible to the distributing main to prevent the creation of dead ends. Where nonwater urinals are installed, a minimum of one water supplied fixture rated at a minimum of one water supply fixture unit shall be installed upstream on the same drain line to facilitate drain line flow and rinsing;

(4) A lavatory faucet or lavatory replacement aerator that allows a flow of no more than 1.5 gallons of water per minute at a pressure of 60 pounds per square inch in accordance with American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.18.1/CSA B.125.1 and listed to the WaterSense High-Efficiency Lavatory Faucet Specification; and

(4) A lavatory faucet or lavatory replacement aerator that allows a flow of no more than 1.5 gallons of water per minute at a pressure of 60 pounds per square inch in accordance with American Society of Mechanical Engineers Standard A112.18.1/CSA B.125.1 and listed to the WaterSense High-Efficiency Lavatory Faucet Specification; and

(5) A kitchen faucet or kitchen replacement aerator that allows a flow of no more than 2.0 gallons of water per minute.

(5) A kitchen faucet or kitchen replacement aerator that allows a flow of no more than 2.0 gallons of water per minute.

(d) To the extent that the standards set forth in this Code section exceed the National Energy Conservation Policy Act, as amended, and 10 C.F.R. 430.32 , the department is directed to petition the Department of Energy for a waiver of federal preemption pursuant to 42 U.S.C. Section 6297(d) .

(d) To the extent that the standards set forth in this Code section exceed the National Energy Conservation Policy Act, as amended, and 10 C.F.R. 430.32 , the department is directed to petition the Department of Energy for a waiver of federal preemption pursuant to 42 U.S.C. Section 6297(d) .

(e) The department is directed to amend the applicable state minimum codes so as to permit counties and municipalities to provide by ordinance for an exemption to the requirements of subsection (c) of this Code section, relative to new construction and to the repair or renovation of an existing building, under the following conditions: (1) When the repair or renovation of the existing building does not include the replacement of the plumbing or sewage system servicing toilets, faucets, or shower heads within such existing building; (2) When such plumbing or sewage system within such existing building, because of its capacity, design, or installation, would not function properly if the toilets, faucets, or shower heads required by this part were installed; (3) When such system is a well or gravity flow from a spring and is owned privately by an individual for use in such individual's personal residence; or (4) When units to be installed are: (A) Specifically designed for use by persons with disabilities; (B) Specifically designed to withstand unusual abuse or installation in a penal institution; or (C) Toilets for juveniles.

(e) The department is directed to amend the applicable state minimum codes so as to permit counties and municipalities to provide by ordinance for an exemption to the requirements of subsection (c) of this Code section, relative to new construction and to the repair or renovation of an existing building, under the following conditions:

(1) When the repair or renovation of the existing building does not include the replacement of the plumbing or sewage system servicing toilets, faucets, or shower heads within such existing building;

(1) When the repair or renovation of the existing building does not include the replacement of the plumbing or sewage system servicing toilets, faucets, or shower heads within such existing building;

(2) When such plumbing or sewage system within such existing building, because of its capacity, design, or installation, would not function properly if the toilets, faucets, or shower heads required by this part were installed;

(2) When such plumbing or sewage system within such existing building, because of its capacity, design, or installation, would not function properly if the toilets, faucets, or shower heads required by this part were installed;

(3) When such system is a well or gravity flow from a spring and is owned privately by an individual for use in such individual's personal residence; or

(3) When such system is a well or gravity flow from a spring and is owned privately by an individual for use in such individual's personal residence; or

(4) When units to be installed are: (A) Specifically designed for use by persons with disabilities; (B) Specifically designed to withstand unusual abuse or installation in a penal institution; or (C) Toilets for juveniles.

(4) When units to be installed are:

(A) Specifically designed for use by persons with disabilities;

(A) Specifically designed for use by persons with disabilities;

(B) Specifically designed to withstand unusual abuse or installation in a penal institution; or

(B) Specifically designed to withstand unusual abuse or installation in a penal institution; or

(C) Toilets for juveniles.

(C) Toilets for juveniles.

(f) The ordinances adopted by counties and municipalities pursuant to subsection (e) of this Code section shall provide procedures and requirements to apply for the exemption authorized by said subsection.

(f) The ordinances adopted by counties and municipalities pursuant to subsection (e) of this Code section shall provide procedures and requirements to apply for the exemption authorized by said subsection.

(g) Any person who installs any toilet, faucet, urinal, or shower head in violation of this Code section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.

(g) Any person who installs any toilet, faucet, urinal, or shower head in violation of this Code section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.

(h) Before July 1, 2012, a city, county, or authority shall adopt and enforce the provisions of this Code section in order to be eligible to receive any of the following grants, loans, or permits: (1) A water or waste-water facilities grant administered by the Department of Natural Resources or the Department of Community Affairs; or (2) A water or waste-water facilities loan administered by the Georgia Environmental Finance Authority.

(h) Before July 1, 2012, a city, county, or authority shall adopt and enforce the provisions of this Code section in order to be eligible to receive any of the following grants, loans, or permits:

(1) A water or waste-water facilities grant administered by the Department of Natural Resources or the Department of Community Affairs; or

(1) A water or waste-water facilities grant administered by the Department of Natural Resources or the Department of Community Affairs; or

(2) A water or waste-water facilities loan administered by the Georgia Environmental Finance Authority.

(2) A water or waste-water facilities loan administered by the Georgia Environmental Finance Authority.

(i) After July 1, 2012, the sale of a gravity tank-type, flushometer-valve, or flushometer-tank toilet that uses more than an average of 1.28 gallons of water per flush is prohibited in this state.

(i) After July 1, 2012, the sale of a gravity tank-type, flushometer-valve, or flushometer-tank toilet that uses more than an average of 1.28 gallons of water per flush is prohibited in this state.

(j) The provisions of this Code section shall not be construed to prohibit counties or municipalities from adopting and enforcing local ordinances which provide requirements which are more stringent than the requirements of this Code section.

(j) The provisions of this Code section shall not be construed to prohibit counties or municipalities from adopting and enforcing local ordinances which provide requirements which are more stringent than the requirements of this Code section.
O.C.G.A. § 8-2-25 — GA Code / Title 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 8-2-25
Georgia Code Title 8. Buildings and Housing § 8-2-25
Status: in_force

(a) On and after July 1, 2004, the state minimum standard codes enumerated in subdivisions (9)(A)(i)(I) through (9)(A)(i)(VIII) and (9)(B)(i)(I) through (9)(B)(i)(VIII) of Code Section 8-2-20 shall have state-wide application and shall not require adoption by a municipality or county. The governing authority of any municipality or county in this state is authorized to enforce the state minimum standard codes enumerated in this subsection.

(a) On and after July 1, 2004, the state minimum standard codes enumerated in subdivisions (9)(A)(i)(I) through (9)(A)(i)(VIII) and (9)(B)(i)(I) through (9)(B)(i)(VIII) of Code Section 8-2-20 shall have state-wide application and shall not require adoption by a municipality or county. The governing authority of any municipality or county in this state is authorized to enforce the state minimum standard codes enumerated in this subsection.

(b) The state minimum standard codes enumerated in subdivisions (9)(A)(i)(IX) through (9)(A)(i)(XIV) and (9)(B)(i)(IX) through (9)(B)(i)(XI) of Code Section 8-2-20 shall not be applicable in a jurisdiction until adopted by a municipality or county. The governing authority of any municipality or county in this state is authorized to adopt and enforce the state minimum standard codes enumerated in this subsection in that subject area which is being regulated by the municipality or county, and a copy of the local ordinance or resolution adopting any such code shall be forwarded to the department in order that such municipality or county may be apprised of subsequent amendments in the state minimum standard code so adopted.

(b) The state minimum standard codes enumerated in subdivisions (9)(A)(i)(IX) through (9)(A)(i)(XIV) and (9)(B)(i)(IX) through (9)(B)(i)(XI) of Code Section 8-2-20 shall not be applicable in a jurisdiction until adopted by a municipality or county. The governing authority of any municipality or county in this state is authorized to adopt and enforce the state minimum standard codes enumerated in this subsection in that subject area which is being regulated by the municipality or county, and a copy of the local ordinance or resolution adopting any such code shall be forwarded to the department in order that such municipality or county may be apprised of subsequent amendments in the state minimum standard code so adopted.

(c)(1) In the event that the governing authority of any municipality or county finds that the state minimum standard codes do not meet its needs, the local government may provide requirements not less stringent than those specified in the state minimum standard codes when such requirements are based on local climatic, geologic, topographic, or public safety factors; provided, however, that there is a determination by the local governing body of a need to amend the requirements of the state minimum standard code based upon a demonstration by the local governing body that local conditions justify such requirements not less stringent than those specified in the state minimum standard codes for the protection of life and property. All such proposed amendments shall be submitted by the local governing body to the department 60 days prior to the adoption of such amendment. Concurrent with the submission of the proposed amendment to the department, the local governing body shall submit in writing the legislative findings of the governing body and such other documentation as the local governing body deems helpful in justifying the proposed amendment. The department shall review and comment on a proposed amendment. Such comment shall be in writing and shall be sent to the submitting local government with a recommendation: (A) That the proposed local amendment should not be adopted, due to the lack of sufficient evidence to show that such proposed local amendment would be as stringent as the state minimum standard codes and the lack of sufficient evidence to show that local climatic, geologic, topographic, or public safety factors require such an amendment; (B) That the proposed local amendment should be adopted, due to a preponderance of evidence that such proposed local amendment would be as stringent as the state minimum standard codes and a preponderance of evidence that the local climatic, geologic, topographic, or public safety factors require such an amendment; or (C) That the department has no recommendation regarding the adoption or disapproval of the proposed local amendments, due to the lack of sufficient evidence to show that such proposed local amendment would or would not be as stringent as the state minimum standard codes and the lack of sufficient evidence to show that local climatic, geologic, topographic, or public safety factors require or do not require such an amendment. (2) The department shall have 60 days after receipt of a proposed local amendment to review the proposed amendment and make a recommendation as set forth in paragraph (1) of this subsection. In the event that the department fails to respond within the time allotted, the local governing body may adopt the proposed local amendment. (3) In the event that the department recommends against the adoption of the proposed local amendment, a local governing body shall specifically vote to reject the department's recommendations before any local amendment may be adopted. (4) No local amendment shall become effective until the local governing body has caused a copy of the adopted amendment to be filed with the department. A copy of an amendment shall be deemed to have been filed with the department when it has been placed in the United States mail, return receipt requested. (5) Nothing in this subsection shall be construed so as to require approval by the department before a local amendment shall become effective. (6) The department shall maintain a file of all amendments to the state minimum standard codes adopted by the various municipalities and counties in the state, which information shall be made available to the public upon request. The department may charge reasonable fees for copies of such information. An index of such amendments shall be included in each new edition of a state minimum standard code. (7) At the time of issuing a building permit, the issuing county or municipality shall notify the holder of the permit of any local amendments to the state minimum standard codes which are in effect for that county or municipality and that any such amendments are on file with the department. A county or municipality may satisfy this notice requirement by posting or providing a summary of the topic of such local amendment or amendments and the address and telephone number of the department.

(c)(1) In the event that the governing authority of any municipality or county finds that the state minimum standard codes do not meet its needs, the local government may provide requirements not less stringent than those specified in the state minimum standard codes when such requirements are based on local climatic, geologic, topographic, or public safety factors; provided, however, that there is a determination by the local governing body of a need to amend the requirements of the state minimum standard code based upon a demonstration by the local governing body that local conditions justify such requirements not less stringent than those specified in the state minimum standard codes for the protection of life and property. All such proposed amendments shall be submitted by the local governing body to the department 60 days prior to the adoption of such amendment. Concurrent with the submission of the proposed amendment to the department, the local governing body shall submit in writing the legislative findings of the governing body and such other documentation as the local governing body deems helpful in justifying the proposed amendment. The department shall review and comment on a proposed amendment. Such comment shall be in writing and shall be sent to the submitting local government with a recommendation: (A) That the proposed local amendment should not be adopted, due to the lack of sufficient evidence to show that such proposed local amendment would be as stringent as the state minimum standard codes and the lack of sufficient evidence to show that local climatic, geologic, topographic, or public safety factors require such an amendment; (B) That the proposed local amendment should be adopted, due to a preponderance of evidence that such proposed local amendment would be as stringent as the state minimum standard codes and a preponderance of evidence that the local climatic, geologic, topographic, or public safety factors require such an amendment; or (C) That the department has no recommendation regarding the adoption or disapproval of the proposed local amendments, due to the lack of sufficient evidence to show that such proposed local amendment would or would not be as stringent as the state minimum standard codes and the lack of sufficient evidence to show that local climatic, geologic, topographic, or public safety factors require or do not require such an amendment.

(c)(1) In the event that the governing authority of any municipality or county finds that the state minimum standard codes do not meet its needs, the local government may provide requirements not less stringent than those specified in the state minimum standard codes when such requirements are based on local climatic, geologic, topographic, or public safety factors; provided, however, that there is a determination by the local governing body of a need to amend the requirements of the state minimum standard code based upon a demonstration by the local governing body that local conditions justify such requirements not less stringent than those specified in the state minimum standard codes for the protection of life and property. All such proposed amendments shall be submitted by the local governing body to the department 60 days prior to the adoption of such amendment. Concurrent with the submission of the proposed amendment to the department, the local governing body shall submit in writing the legislative findings of the governing body and such other documentation as the local governing body deems helpful in justifying the proposed amendment. The department shall review and comment on a proposed amendment. Such comment shall be in writing and shall be sent to the submitting local government with a recommendation:

(A) That the proposed local amendment should not be adopted, due to the lack of sufficient evidence to show that such proposed local amendment would be as stringent as the state minimum standard codes and the lack of sufficient evidence to show that local climatic, geologic, topographic, or public safety factors require such an amendment;

(A) That the proposed local amendment should not be adopted, due to the lack of sufficient evidence to show that such proposed local amendment would be as stringent as the state minimum standard codes and the lack of sufficient evidence to show that local climatic, geologic, topographic, or public safety factors require such an amendment;

(B) That the proposed local amendment should be adopted, due to a preponderance of evidence that such proposed local amendment would be as stringent as the state minimum standard codes and a preponderance of evidence that the local climatic, geologic, topographic, or public safety factors require such an amendment; or

(B) That the proposed local amendment should be adopted, due to a preponderance of evidence that such proposed local amendment would be as stringent as the state minimum standard codes and a preponderance of evidence that the local climatic, geologic, topographic, or public safety factors require such an amendment; or

(C) That the department has no recommendation regarding the adoption or disapproval of the proposed local amendments, due to the lack of sufficient evidence to show that such proposed local amendment would or would not be as stringent as the state minimum standard codes and the lack of sufficient evidence to show that local climatic, geologic, topographic, or public safety factors require or do not require such an amendment.

(C) That the department has no recommendation regarding the adoption or disapproval of the proposed local amendments, due to the lack of sufficient evidence to show that such proposed local amendment would or would not be as stringent as the state minimum standard codes and the lack of sufficient evidence to show that local climatic, geologic, topographic, or public safety factors require or do not require such an amendment.

(2) The department shall have 60 days after receipt of a proposed local amendment to review the proposed amendment and make a recommendation as set forth in paragraph (1) of this subsection. In the event that the department fails to respond within the time allotted, the local governing body may adopt the proposed local amendment.

(2) The department shall have 60 days after receipt of a proposed local amendment to review the proposed amendment and make a recommendation as set forth in paragraph (1) of this subsection. In the event that the department fails to respond within the time allotted, the local governing body may adopt the proposed local amendment.

(3) In the event that the department recommends against the adoption of the proposed local amendment, a local governing body shall specifically vote to reject the department's recommendations before any local amendment may be adopted.

(3) In the event that the department recommends against the adoption of the proposed local amendment, a local governing body shall specifically vote to reject the department's recommendations before any local amendment may be adopted.

(4) No local amendment shall become effective until the local governing body has caused a copy of the adopted amendment to be filed with the department. A copy of an amendment shall be deemed to have been filed with the department when it has been placed in the United States mail, return receipt requested.

(4) No local amendment shall become effective until the local governing body has caused a copy of the adopted amendment to be filed with the department. A copy of an amendment shall be deemed to have been filed with the department when it has been placed in the United States mail, return receipt requested.

(5) Nothing in this subsection shall be construed so as to require approval by the department before a local amendment shall become effective.

(5) Nothing in this subsection shall be construed so as to require approval by the department before a local amendment shall become effective.

(6) The department shall maintain a file of all amendments to the state minimum standard codes adopted by the various municipalities and counties in the state, which information shall be made available to the public upon request. The department may charge reasonable fees for copies of such information. An index of such amendments shall be included in each new edition of a state minimum standard code.

(6) The department shall maintain a file of all amendments to the state minimum standard codes adopted by the various municipalities and counties in the state, which information shall be made available to the public upon request. The department may charge reasonable fees for copies of such information. An index of such amendments shall be included in each new edition of a state minimum standard code.

(7) At the time of issuing a building permit, the issuing county or municipality shall notify the holder of the permit of any local amendments to the state minimum standard codes which are in effect for that county or municipality and that any such amendments are on file with the department. A county or municipality may satisfy this notice requirement by posting or providing a summary of the topic of such local amendment or amendments and the address and telephone number of the department.

(7) At the time of issuing a building permit, the issuing county or municipality shall notify the holder of the permit of any local amendments to the state minimum standard codes which are in effect for that county or municipality and that any such amendments are on file with the department. A county or municipality may satisfy this notice requirement by posting or providing a summary of the topic of such local amendment or amendments and the address and telephone number of the department.

(c.1) Notwithstanding subsection (c) of this Code section, no county or municipality shall prohibit the use of wood as a construction material so long as such use conforms to all applicable state minimum standard codes and the Georgia State Fire Code.

(c.1) Notwithstanding subsection (c) of this Code section, no county or municipality shall prohibit the use of wood as a construction material so long as such use conforms to all applicable state minimum standard codes and the Georgia State Fire Code.

(d) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (c) of this Code section, building related codes or ordinances dealing with the subjects of historic preservation, high-rise construction, or architectural design standards for which a state minimum standard code does not exist may be adopted by a local jurisdiction following review by the department. The department's review shall be limited to a determination that the proposed code or ordinance is consistent with the approved state minimum standard codes when common elements exist and is not less restrictive than the requirement of said codes. Changes to all other state minimum standard codes shall be approved only pursuant to the provisions of this Code section regarding local amendments.

(d) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (c) of this Code section, building related codes or ordinances dealing with the subjects of historic preservation, high-rise construction, or architectural design standards for which a state minimum standard code does not exist may be adopted by a local jurisdiction following review by the department. The department's review shall be limited to a determination that the proposed code or ordinance is consistent with the approved state minimum standard codes when common elements exist and is not less restrictive than the requirement of said codes. Changes to all other state minimum standard codes shall be approved only pursuant to the provisions of this Code section regarding local amendments.

(e)(1) As used in this subsection, the term: (A) “ Agriculture ,” “ agricultural operations ,” or “ agricultural or farm products ” has the meaning provided by Code Section 1-3-3 . (B) “ Farm ” means real property or a portion thereof used for agricultural operations. (C) “ Farm building or structure ” means a building or structure that is located on a farm and designed by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), not used for residential purposes, not intended primarily for public use, and used primarily for or in connection with agricultural operations for the sole purposes of manure storage and animal mortality composting or winter feeding and following the standards and specifications of NRCS practice codes 313--Waste Storage Facility and 317--Composting Facility as detailed in the USDA NRCS Field Office Technical Guide as such existed on January 1, 2011. (2) Farm buildings or structures shall be exempt from the state minimum standard building codes provided for in subdivisions (9)(B)(i)(I) and (9)(B)(i)(IX) of Code Section 8-2-20 and any amendment thereto adopted by the department pursuant to Code Section 8-2-23 or by a municipality or county pursuant to this Code section.

(e)(1) As used in this subsection, the term: (A) “ Agriculture ,” “ agricultural operations ,” or “ agricultural or farm products ” has the meaning provided by Code Section 1-3-3 . (B) “ Farm ” means real property or a portion thereof used for agricultural operations. (C) “ Farm building or structure ” means a building or structure that is located on a farm and designed by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), not used for residential purposes, not intended primarily for public use, and used primarily for or in connection with agricultural operations for the sole purposes of manure storage and animal mortality composting or winter feeding and following the standards and specifications of NRCS practice codes 313--Waste Storage Facility and 317--Composting Facility as detailed in the USDA NRCS Field Office Technical Guide as such existed on January 1, 2011.

(e)(1) As used in this subsection, the term:

(A) “ Agriculture ,” “ agricultural operations ,” or “ agricultural or farm products ” has the meaning provided by Code Section 1-3-3 .

(A) “ Agriculture ,” “ agricultural operations ,” or “ agricultural or farm products ” has the meaning provided by Code Section 1-3-3 .

(B) “ Farm ” means real property or a portion thereof used for agricultural operations.

(B) “ Farm ” means real property or a portion thereof used for agricultural operations.

(C) “ Farm building or structure ” means a building or structure that is located on a farm and designed by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), not used for residential purposes, not intended primarily for public use, and used primarily for or in connection with agricultural operations for the sole purposes of manure storage and animal mortality composting or winter feeding and following the standards and specifications of NRCS practice codes 313--Waste Storage Facility and 317--Composting Facility as detailed in the USDA NRCS Field Office Technical Guide as such existed on January 1, 2011.

(C) “ Farm building or structure ” means a building or structure that is located on a farm and designed by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), not used for residential purposes, not intended primarily for public use, and used primarily for or in connection with agricultural operations for the sole purposes of manure storage and animal mortality composting or winter feeding and following the standards and specifications of NRCS practice codes 313--Waste Storage Facility and 317--Composting Facility as detailed in the USDA NRCS Field Office Technical Guide as such existed on January 1, 2011.

(2) Farm buildings or structures shall be exempt from the state minimum standard building codes provided for in subdivisions (9)(B)(i)(I) and (9)(B)(i)(IX) of Code Section 8-2-20 and any amendment thereto adopted by the department pursuant to Code Section 8-2-23 or by a municipality or county pursuant to this Code section.

(2) Farm buildings or structures shall be exempt from the state minimum standard building codes provided for in subdivisions (9)(B)(i)(I) and (9)(B)(i)(IX) of Code Section 8-2-20 and any amendment thereto adopted by the department pursuant to Code Section 8-2-23 or by a municipality or county pursuant to this Code section.
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-15 — GA Code / Title 8 / Chapter 3 / Section 8-3-15
Georgia Code Title 8. Buildings and Housing § 8-3-15
Status: in_force

(a) In addition to its other powers, a housing authority created for a city may exercise any or all of its powers within the territorial boundaries of any other municipality not included in the area of operation of such housing authority for the purpose of planning, undertaking, financing, constructing, and operating a housing project or projects within such municipality, provided that a resolution shall have been adopted by the governing body of such municipality in which the authority is to exercise its powers, and by any housing authority theretofore established by such municipality and authorized to exercise its powers therein declaring that there is a need for the housing authority seeking to exercise extraterritorial powers so to exercise its powers within such municipality.

(a) In addition to its other powers, a housing authority created for a city may exercise any or all of its powers within the territorial boundaries of any other municipality not included in the area of operation of such housing authority for the purpose of planning, undertaking, financing, constructing, and operating a housing project or projects within such municipality, provided that a resolution shall have been adopted by the governing body of such municipality in which the authority is to exercise its powers, and by any housing authority theretofore established by such municipality and authorized to exercise its powers therein declaring that there is a need for the housing authority seeking to exercise extraterritorial powers so to exercise its powers within such municipality.

(b) No governing body of a city or other municipality shall adopt such resolution unless it shall have found in substantially the following terms: (1) That insanitary or unsafe inhabited dwelling accommodations exist in such municipality or that there is a shortage of safe or sanitary dwelling accommodations in such municipality available to persons of low income at rentals they can afford; and (2) That these conditions can be best remedied through the exercise of the aforesaid city housing authority's powers within the territorial boundaries of such municipality.

(b) No governing body of a city or other municipality shall adopt such resolution unless it shall have found in substantially the following terms:

(1) That insanitary or unsafe inhabited dwelling accommodations exist in such municipality or that there is a shortage of safe or sanitary dwelling accommodations in such municipality available to persons of low income at rentals they can afford; and

(1) That insanitary or unsafe inhabited dwelling accommodations exist in such municipality or that there is a shortage of safe or sanitary dwelling accommodations in such municipality available to persons of low income at rentals they can afford; and

(2) That these conditions can be best remedied through the exercise of the aforesaid city housing authority's powers within the territorial boundaries of such municipality.

(2) That these conditions can be best remedied through the exercise of the aforesaid city housing authority's powers within the territorial boundaries of such municipality.

(c) Any such findings made pursuant to subsection (b) of this Code section shall not have the effect of establishing a housing authority for any such municipality under this article nor of thereafter preventing such municipality from establishing a housing authority or joining in the creation of a consolidated housing authority.

(c) Any such findings made pursuant to subsection (b) of this Code section shall not have the effect of establishing a housing authority for any such municipality under this article nor of thereafter preventing such municipality from establishing a housing authority or joining in the creation of a consolidated housing authority.

(d) During the time that, pursuant to any findings made pursuant to subsection (b) of this Code section, a housing authority has outstanding, or is under contract to issue, any evidences of indebtedness for a project within the city or other municipality, no other housing authority may undertake a project within such municipality without the consent of said housing authority which has such outstanding indebtedness or obligation.

(d) During the time that, pursuant to any findings made pursuant to subsection (b) of this Code section, a housing authority has outstanding, or is under contract to issue, any evidences of indebtedness for a project within the city or other municipality, no other housing authority may undertake a project within such municipality without the consent of said housing authority which has such outstanding indebtedness or obligation.

(e) A municipality shall have the same powers to furnish financial and other assistance to a housing authority exercising its powers within such municipality under this Code section as though the municipality were within the area of operation of such authority.

(e) A municipality shall have the same powers to furnish financial and other assistance to a housing authority exercising its powers within such municipality under this Code section as though the municipality were within the area of operation of such authority.

(f) Any city housing authority operating housing projects that are outside such city and within ten miles of the boundaries of such city on July 1, 2021, shall be entitled to continue to operate such extraterritorial housing projects; provided, however, that no new housing projects outside such city shall be authorized without the governing body of the county or municipality where such housing project will be located consenting to the expansion of the housing authority's area of operation into such county or other municipality. Any such project shall conform to existing zoning classifications and land use plans of the political subdivision in which the proposed project will be located.

(f) Any city housing authority operating housing projects that are outside such city and within ten miles of the boundaries of such city on July 1, 2021, shall be entitled to continue to operate such extraterritorial housing projects; provided, however, that no new housing projects outside such city shall be authorized without the governing body of the county or municipality where such housing project will be located consenting to the expansion of the housing authority's area of operation into such county or other municipality. Any such project shall conform to existing zoning classifications and land use plans of the political subdivision in which the proposed project will be located.
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-135 — GA Code / Title 8 / Chapter 3 / Section 8-3-135
Georgia Code Title 8. Buildings and Housing § 8-3-135
Status: in_force

(a) With respect to projects undertaken by a housing authority or the federal government to provide housing for persons engaged or to be engaged in national defense industries or activities, any state public body, as defined in Code Section 8-3-152 , shall have all the rights and powers to aid and cooperate in the development or administration of such projects that it has under any provision of law relating to its aiding or cooperating in the development or administration of low-rent housing and slum clearance projects in the same manner as though all the provisions of law applicable thereto were applicable to projects undertaken by a housing authority or by the federal government to provide housing for persons engaged or to be engaged in national defense industries or activities.

(a) With respect to projects undertaken by a housing authority or the federal government to provide housing for persons engaged or to be engaged in national defense industries or activities, any state public body, as defined in Code Section 8-3-152 , shall have all the rights and powers to aid and cooperate in the development or administration of such projects that it has under any provision of law relating to its aiding or cooperating in the development or administration of low-rent housing and slum clearance projects in the same manner as though all the provisions of law applicable thereto were applicable to projects undertaken by a housing authority or by the federal government to provide housing for persons engaged or to be engaged in national defense industries or activities.

(b) With respect to projects located outside the territorial boundaries of a state public body which are undertaken by a housing authority or the federal government to provide housing for persons engaged or to be engaged in national defense industries or activities, such state public body may furnish or contract to furnish, upon such terms as it deems advisable, public services or facilities for any such project if the governing body of the city or county, as the case may be, in which such project is located shall, by resolution, consent thereto.

(b) With respect to projects located outside the territorial boundaries of a state public body which are undertaken by a housing authority or the federal government to provide housing for persons engaged or to be engaged in national defense industries or activities, such state public body may furnish or contract to furnish, upon such terms as it deems advisable, public services or facilities for any such project if the governing body of the city or county, as the case may be, in which such project is located shall, by resolution, consent thereto.
O.C.G.A. § 8-2-109-1 — GA Code / Title 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 8-2-109-1
Georgia Code Title 8. Buildings and Housing § 8-2-109.1
Status: in_force

(a) This part shall not apply to elevators located on vehicles operating under the rules of other state or federal authorities and used for carrying passengers or freight.

(a) This part shall not apply to elevators located on vehicles operating under the rules of other state or federal authorities and used for carrying passengers or freight.

(b) This part shall not apply to any single-seat, single-passenger chairlift located in a building owned and operated by an incorporated or unincorporated nonprofit organization organized and operated exclusively for educational, religious, charitable, or other eleemosynary purposes.

(b) This part shall not apply to any single-seat, single-passenger chairlift located in a building owned and operated by an incorporated or unincorporated nonprofit organization organized and operated exclusively for educational, religious, charitable, or other eleemosynary purposes.

(c) Any county, municipality, or other political subdivision which adopts the minimum rules and regulations as provided in Code Section 8-2-105 shall be audited on a semiannual basis for compliance by the office; and any laws, ordinances, or resolutions in conflict with this part shall be void and of no effect.

(c) Any county, municipality, or other political subdivision which adopts the minimum rules and regulations as provided in Code Section 8-2-105 shall be audited on a semiannual basis for compliance by the office; and any laws, ordinances, or resolutions in conflict with this part shall be void and of no effect.
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-307 — GA Code / Title 8 / Chapter 3 / Section 8-3-307
Georgia Code Title 8. Buildings and Housing § 8-3-307
Status: in_force

Members of the commission shall serve without compensation but shall receive the same expense allowance per day as that received by a member of the General Assembly for each day such member is in physical attendance at a commission meeting, plus either reimbursement for actual transportation costs while traveling by public carrier or the same mileage allowance for use of a personal car in connection with such attendance as members of the General Assembly receive. Notwithstanding the foregoing, no member shall receive said expense allowance or travel reimbursement if said member is entitled to receive an expense allowance or travel reimbursement or salary for performance of duties on some other state board, commission, or entity, by whatever name called, for work performed on that day in the same location. Expense allowances and travel reimbursement shall be paid from moneys appropriated or otherwise available to the trust fund.
O.C.G.A. § 8-2-170 — GA Code / Title 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 8-2-170
Georgia Code Title 8. Buildings and Housing § 8-2-170
Status: in_force

As used in this part, the term:

(1) “ Install ” means to construct a foundation system and to place or erect a manufactured home on such foundation system. Such term includes, without limitation, supporting, blocking, leveling, securing, or anchoring such manufactured home and connecting multiple or expandable sections of such manufactured home.

(1) “ Install ” means to construct a foundation system and to place or erect a manufactured home on such foundation system. Such term includes, without limitation, supporting, blocking, leveling, securing, or anchoring such manufactured home and connecting multiple or expandable sections of such manufactured home.

(2) “ Manufactured home ” means a structure, transportable in one or more sections, which, in the traveling mode, is eight body feet or more in width or 40 body feet or more in length or, when erected on site, is 320 or more square feet and which is built on a permanent chassis and designed to be used as a dwelling with or without a permanent foundation when connected to the required utilities and includes the plumbing, heating, air-conditioning, and electrical systems contained therein; except that such term shall include any structure which meets all the requirements of this paragraph except the size requirements and with respect to which the manufacturer voluntarily files a certification required by the secretary of housing and urban development and complies with the standards established under the National Manufactured Housing Construction and Safety Standards Act of 1974, 42 U.S.C. Section 5401, et seq.

(2) “ Manufactured home ” means a structure, transportable in one or more sections, which, in the traveling mode, is eight body feet or more in width or 40 body feet or more in length or, when erected on site, is 320 or more square feet and which is built on a permanent chassis and designed to be used as a dwelling with or without a permanent foundation when connected to the required utilities and includes the plumbing, heating, air-conditioning, and electrical systems contained therein; except that such term shall include any structure which meets all the requirements of this paragraph except the size requirements and with respect to which the manufacturer voluntarily files a certification required by the secretary of housing and urban development and complies with the standards established under the National Manufactured Housing Construction and Safety Standards Act of 1974, 42 U.S.C. Section 5401, et seq.

(3) “ Pre-owned manufactured home ” is any manufactured home that has been previously used as a residential dwelling and has been titled.

(3) “ Pre-owned manufactured home ” is any manufactured home that has been previously used as a residential dwelling and has been titled.
O.C.G.A. § 8-3-118 — GA Code / Title 8 / Chapter 3 / Section 8-3-118
Georgia Code Title 8. Buildings and Housing § 8-3-118
Status: in_force

The governing body of a county shall not adopt any resolution authorized by Code Sections 8-3-110 through 8-3-117 unless a public hearing has first been held in the manner prescribed in Code Section 8-3-103 .
O.C.G.A. § 8-2-110 — GA Code / Title 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 8-2-110
Georgia Code Title 8. Buildings and Housing § 8-2-110
Status: in_force

The General Assembly finds that, in an effort to meet the building needs within the state, the private construction industry has developed mass production techniques which can substantially reduce construction costs and that the mass production of buildings presents unique problems with respect to the establishment of uniform health and safety standards and inspection procedures. The General Assembly further finds that, by minimizing the problems of standards and inspection procedures, it is demonstrating its intention to encourage the reduction of building construction costs and to make building and home ownership more feasible for all residents of this state.