How do I submit the lot grading forms?

Submit an alternate grading plan to the city office for review and approval. The packet states when the verification and certification forms must be submitted.

When is the lot grading verification form due?

The packet says the completed lot grading verification form must be received before the city issues a Certificate of Occupancy.

What does the packet include?

It includes an alternate neighborhood grading plan application, a lot grading verification form, and natural ground or engineered fill certification forms.

Richmond Hill, GA · Bryan County

No notary required

Lot Grading Information & Forms

This packet includes lot grading verification, alternate grading plan, and ground or engineered fill certification forms for Richmond Hill property owners and builders.

What this form is

The packet explains lot grading and erosion control responsibilities and includes forms for verifying lot grading, requesting an alternate neighborhood grading plan, and certifying natural ground or engineered fill. The city requires the completed lot grading verification form before issuing a Certificate of Occupancy; other forms have their own stated review or inspection requirements. The forms request project and lot details, grading information, certifications, signatures, and supporting documents.

Who needs it

Property owners and builders completing construction in Richmond Hill may need the applicable grading form before a Certificate of Occupancy or foundation inspection.

How to submit it

Submit an alternate grading plan to the city office for review and approval before a Certificate of Occupancy. The packet also says to submit the lot grading verification before the Certificate of Occupancy and the ground or engineered fill certification before the first foundation inspection.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; applicable forms require a professional stamp or seal and, for some certifications, supporting documents.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Packet
Download the lot grading information and forms packet.
2
Complete The Applicable Form
Fill in the project, lot, address, grading, and certification details requested by the relevant form.
3
Gather Required Materials
Attach a site plan for an alternate grading proposal or supporting documents for applicable ground or fill certifications.
4
Submit To The City
Submit the applicable form as directed in the packet, observing its stated review, Certificate of Occupancy, or foundation inspection requirement.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the lot grading forms?: No. The packet does not require notarization; applicable forms require a professional stamp or seal and, for some certifications, supporting documents.
How do I submit the lot grading forms?: Submit an alternate grading plan to the city office for review and approval. The packet states when the verification and certification forms must be submitted.
When is the lot grading verification form due?: The packet says the completed lot grading verification form must be received before the city issues a Certificate of Occupancy.
What does the packet include?: It includes an alternate neighborhood grading plan application, a lot grading verification form, and natural ground or engineered fill certification forms.

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This Lot Grading Information & Forms doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Richmond Hill form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.