City of Blackshear will take over code enforcement inside city limits beginning July 1
Editor, The Times, I am writing to inform the public that March 10, 2026, the Pierce County Board of Commissioners received notice that the City of Blackshear will assume responsibility for building permits and construction inspections within the city limits.
The Mayor and Council of the City of Blackshear adopted Resolution No. 2026-10 March 10, authorizing the Mayor to provide notice and coordinate the transition of these duties with Pierce County. Effective July 1, 2026, 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.
The Pierce County Planning and Codes Office would like to inform residents and contractors that, beginning July 1, 2026, they should contact Blackshear City Hall for information regarding permits, inspections, and related services.
For additional information, please contact Blackshear City Hall at (912) 449-7000.
Thomas Sauls Interim County Manager Blackshear
