South Fulton, GA · Fulton County
Request for a Zoning Certification Letter
Property owners or their representatives use this request to obtain a letter describing a property's zoning classification, history, and answers to specific zoning questions.
What this form is
The request asks the Planning & Zoning division for a Zoning Certification Letter describing a property's zoning classification and history, and answering any specific zoning questions provided. The city says the letter is mainly used for lender financing or state and federal agencies. A complete request must include payment, a parcel-size survey, site plan, or map, and any applicable supporting items.
Who needs it
A person requesting zoning information about a property for lender financing or a state or federal agency can submit this request to the Planning & Zoning division.
How to submit it
Submit the request in writing by email, mail, or drop-off at the City of South Fulton office. Include the $50 payment and required property map or plan, plus any applicable questions or certification form.
About notarization
No notary is required; the request includes a date field but mentions no notarized or sworn attachment, so the signer simply dates it.
How to submit this form
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Download the Request
Download the Zoning Certification Letter request.
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Complete the Request
Enter the date, parcel ID, property address, requester and contact details, and preferred delivery method.
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Gather Required Items
Include $50 payment and a survey, site plan, or map showing parcel size; add zoning questions and the state certification form if applicable.
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Submit to the City
Submit in writing by email, mail, or drop-off at the City of South Fulton office.
Frequently asked questions
- What does a Zoning Certification Letter provide?
- It states the property's current zoning classification and zoning history, including rezoning conditions, and answers any specific zoning questions provided.
- What must I include with the request?
- Include the $50 payment, a survey, site plan, or Fulton County Tax Assessor map showing parcel size, any specific zoning questions, and the state certification form if applicable.
- Do I need a notary for a Zoning Certification Letter request?
- No. The request includes a date field but mentions no notarized or sworn attachment, so the signer simply dates it.
- How do I submit a Zoning Certification Letter request?
- Submit it in writing by email, mail, or drop-off at the City of South Fulton office, with payment and the required property information and attachments.
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