Building Inspections

Inspection Scheduling

To schedule building inspections, please use the new This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.email. This email will be for inspections only. Continue to use the This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.for all other building department inquiries.

Inspections Standards

Building Inspections Dept issues permits, and conducts inspections for all new construction, alterations, repairs, removal, and demolition. Their Office reviews all building plans to confirm that the proposal will comply with the ICC 2018 Codes with Georgia Amendments.

Current Mandatory Codes as Adopted by DCA:

2018 International Building Code, with Georgia Amendments (2020)

2018 International Residential Building Code, with Georgia Amendments (2020)

2018 International Plumbing Code, with Georgia Amendments (2020)

2018 International Gas Code, with Georgia Amendments (2020)

2018 International Mechanical Code, with Georgia Amendments (2020)

2018 International Fire Code, (Contact State Fire Marshal)

2020 National Electric Code, (No Georgia Amendments)

2015 International Energy Conservation Code, with Georgia Supplements and Amendments (2020)

International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, 2018 Edition, with Georgia Amendments (2020)

Georgia Amendments website: www.dca.state.ga.us

Building Code website: www.iccsafe.org

City of Pooler Ordinance: www.pooler-ga-us

Code Enforcement

One of Pooler's priorities is to preserve the beauty and character of our community. Therefore, we empower our Certified Code Enforcement Officer to prevent unsightly situations, including:

• Yard Debris
• Commercial Signs
• Derelict Vehicles
• Weed/Grass Growth
• Abandoned Houses

Stop blight before it spreads call Inspections and report it 912-748-6652.

Building and Zoning Specialist - Shannon Kirby
Need a form, or an itemizing of the applicable fees.  Contact the Building and Zoning Specialist.

Phone: 912-748-6652
Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

The following are some examples requiring a permit:

• All Fences
• Swimming Pools
• Buildings/Structures
• Land Disturbance Activity
• Residential Construction
• Commercial Construction
• Electrical Service Change
• Mobile Home Installation
• Deep Wells
• Underground Tanks
• Structural Alterations
• All Signage
• Demolition Permits