How do I submit the Land Disturbance Permit Application?

Return one copy with all supporting documents to the City of Valdosta Engineering Department at City Hall Annex, 300 N. Lee Street, or P.O. Box 1125, Valdosta, GA 31603-1125.

What supporting documents go with the application?

The checklist includes plans and reports, documentation of NPDES coverage, required certifications, tax-payment documentation, and checks. Requirements depend on the project and applicable approvals.

Valdosta, GA · Lowndes County

No notary required

Land Disturbance Permit Application

Property owners and applicants use this application to request a Valdosta land disturbance permit for development-related clearing, grading, and construction activities.

What this form is

Valdosta requires a land disturbance permit for development activities such as clearing, grading, and construction of streets, parking areas, drives, drainage facilities, sidewalks, or other permanent structures. The application asks for applicant contact information and property details, including location, parcel ID, acreage, zoning, and proposed use. Submit a complete application with the listed supporting documents, including required plans, reports, and certifications.

Who needs it

Property owners or their authorized applicants need this application for development activities that require a Valdosta land disturbance permit.

How to submit it

Return one copy of the completed application and all supporting documents to the City of Valdosta Engineering Department, City Hall Annex, 300 N. Lee Street, or P.O. Box 1125, Valdosta, GA 31603-1125. Include the listed checks and required documents.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; if the applicant is not the property owner, include the owner's notarized authorization letter.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Land Disturbance Permit Application PDF.
2
Complete The Application
Provide applicant contact details and the requested property information, then sign and date the certification.
3
Gather Supporting Documents
Use the checklist to gather required plans, reports, certifications, tax-payment documentation, and checks.
4
Submit To The Engineering Department
Return one copy of the application and all supporting documents to the City of Valdosta Engineering Department at the listed address.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Land Disturbance Permit Application?: No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. If the applicant is not the property owner, include the owner's notarized authorization letter.
How do I submit the Land Disturbance Permit Application?: Return one copy with all supporting documents to the City of Valdosta Engineering Department at City Hall Annex, 300 N. Lee Street, or P.O. Box 1125, Valdosta, GA 31603-1125.
What activities require a land disturbance permit?: The application says a permit is required for development activities including clearing, grading, and construction of streets, parking areas, drives, drainage facilities, sidewalks, or other permanent structures.
What supporting documents go with the application?: The checklist includes plans and reports, documentation of NPDES coverage, required certifications, tax-payment documentation, and checks. Requirements depend on the project and applicable approvals.

Need something notarized?

This Land Disturbance Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Valdosta form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.