Elberton, GA · Elbert County
Application for a Certificate of Appropriateness
Property owners and applicants use this application to request a Certificate of Appropriateness for proposed changes to a property in Elberton.
What this form is
The application requests Historic Preservation Commission review of proposed changes to a structure or property. It asks for applicant and property details, a project description, and supporting materials such as photos, drawings, material samples, or a site plan, depending on the project. The form states that no fee is required and that missing required attachments will prevent the application from being considered.
Who needs it
Applicants seeking a Certificate of Appropriateness for property changes submit this form with the attachments required for their project.
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 applicant and property owner, if different, sign, and no notarized attachment is listed.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download the Application
Download the Certificate of Appropriateness application PDF.
- 2
Complete the Application
Enter applicant and property information and describe the project, including changes and materials.
- 3
Gather Required Attachments
Include applicable photos, drawings, material samples or brochures, and a site plan when required for the project.
- 4
Sign and Submit
The applicant and property owner, if different, sign and date the form, then submit it to the city department named on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Certificate of Appropriateness application for?
- It provides project details and supporting materials for Historic Preservation Commission review of proposed changes to a structure or property.
- Do I need a notary for the Certificate of Appropriateness application?
- No. The applicant and property owner, if different, sign and date the application; no notarized attachment is listed.
- How do I submit the Certificate of Appropriateness 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 a Certificate of Appropriateness doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Elberton form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.