Code Compliance

The Code Compliance Department enforces the county's ordinances to help local residents create and maintain safe, healthy and attractive living and working environments.

The department's first priority is to help residents achieve compliance with these standards; but if you do receive a violation notice, we recommend you seek guidance for correcting the violation from the Code Compliance Department at 706-839-0150. Violations must be corrected in a timely manner to avoid any penalties.

What codes does Habersham County enforce?

Habersham County, like the cities, has its own codes. The types of codes we enforce include:

Typical building codes
Soil erosion
Abating blighted areas and abandoned vehicles
Nuisance codes
Animal control
Fire codes

Who should I contact to report a code problem?

Building Codes and Building Permits

David Turpin: dturpin@habershamga.com or (706) 839-0140

Soil Erosion

Wendell Sullens: wsullens@habershamga.com or (706) 839-0140

Animal Control

Madi Nix: mnix@habershamga.com or (706) 839-0195

Fire Permits and Illegal Burning

Jeff Adams: jadams@habershamga.com or (706) 839-0571

Septic Tanks and Environmental Health

Marcus Hall: marcus.hall@dph.ga.gov or (706) 776-7659

Blighted Areas and Abandoned Vehicles

Curt McGugan: codecompliance@habershamga.com or (706) 839-0150

General Complaints and Issues

Curt McGugan: codecompliance@habershamga.com or (706) 839-0150