Tybee Island, GA · Chatham County

No notary required

Application For Building Permit

Property owners and project applicants use this application to request a Tybee Island building permit for new construction, alterations, repairs, or other listed work.

What this form is

The application is used to request a building permit for new construction, interior or exterior alterations, and property repairs; it says work cannot begin until a permit has been issued. Applicants provide property, owner, project, and estimated construction cost details, and describe construction restroom and debris arrangements. The form also explains when surveys, plans, and other supporting documents may be required.

Who needs it

Property owners or applicants planning new construction, alterations, repairs, demolition, relocation, or other listed work on Tybee Island need this application.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; the signer also acknowledges receipt of lead paint, asbestos, and BMP notices.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Tybee Island building permit application PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Enter the property, applicant, project, construction cost, and other requested details, then sign and date the application.

  3. 3

    Gather Supporting Documents

    Attach a certified elevation certificate or property survey if applicable; the form says plans or a site plan may also be required depending on the work.

  4. 4

    Submit To The City

    Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

What work requires this building permit application?
The form says a permit must be secured for new construction, interior and exterior property alterations, and interior and exterior property repairs.
What information does the application ask for?
It asks for property and applicant details, project type and description, estimated construction cost, and information about restroom facilities and construction debris.
Do I need a notary for the building permit application?
No. This application is signed and dated without a notary. The signer also acknowledges receipt of lead paint, asbestos, and BMP notices.
How do I submit the building permit application?
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Need something notarized?

This Application For Building Permit doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Tybee Island form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.