The City of Blackshear will take over construction inspection, building permits and other planning and code duties effective next Wednesday, July 1.
The city notified the Pierce County Board of Commissioners in March that it planned to take over its own planning and codes administration and enforcement.
A notification letter from County Manager Thomas Sauls is included in today’s edition.
Effective July 1, the City of Blackshear will be responsible for:
• issuing building permits within the municipal limits of Blackshear;
• conducting inspections required under the State Minimum Standard Construction Codes; and
• issuing certificates of occupancy and certificates of completion for construction projects within the City.
All residents and contractors within the city limits should contact city hall for information regarding permits, inspections and related services beginning July 1.
For additional information, please contact Blackshear City Hall at (912) 449-7000.
