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1. Do I need a building permit?

Building permits are required for any agricultural, residential or commercial construction – including additions, remodels, new construction, outbuildings (including barns, sheds, aircraft hangers or pool houses), swimming pools or docks, manufactured homes, DCA modular homes and existing home relocation.

Permits are not required for painting, re-roofing or minor non-structural repairs.

If you have further questions, please contact our office at (706) 342-4373.

2. Do I need permits to build a pond?

Please refer to the section of our website labeled Pond Construction.

3. What is my property zoned?

For zoning information on areas located inside the Incorporated area of the City of Madison, please contact Bryce Jaeck at (706) 342-1261 ext. 226, or bjaeck@madisonga.com.

For zoning information located in Unincorporated Morgan County, or in Incorporated Bostwick, Buckhead or Rutledge, please complete the Zoning Confirmation form.

4. How do I locate my septic tank?

For questions regarding your septic tank, or location of your septic tank, please call the Health Department at (706) 752-1268.

5. How do I get a new address?

If you are located inside the city limits of Madison, please contact Bryce Jaeck with the City of Madison at (706) 342-1251 for assistance.

If you are located outside of the city limits of Madison, please contact our office at (706) 342-4373 for assistance.

6. How can I confirm my address?

If you are located inside the city limits of Madison, please contact Bryce Jaeck with the City of Madison at (706) 342-1251 for assistance.

If you are located outside of the city limits of Madison, please contact our office at (706) 342-4373 for assistance.