Covington, GA · Newton County
Open Records Request Form
Residents and other requesters use this form to ask the City of Covington to inspect or receive copies of specified city records.
What this form is
Use this form to request access to City of Covington records by inspection, copies, or both. It asks you to describe the records, choose a requested timetable, provide contact details, and sign and date the request. The form explains that administrative and copying fees may apply and includes spaces for city staff to record processing and payment details.
Who needs it
Anyone requesting to inspect or obtain copies of City of Covington records can use this form to describe the records and provide their contact information.
How to submit it
Return the completed form by email to [email protected] or mail it to City of Covington, P.O. Box 1527, Covington, GA 30015.
About notarization
This document is signed and dated without a notary; it lists no attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Form
Download the Open Records Request Form.
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Complete The Request
Describe the records, select whether you want to inspect or receive copies, choose a timetable, and provide your contact information.
- 3
Review Fees And Sign
Review the fee information, then print your name and sign and date the form.
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Submit To The City
Email the form to [email protected] or mail it to the City of Covington address listed on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- What information does the Open Records Request Form ask for?
- It asks what records you want to inspect or copy, your preferred timetable, contact information, address, email, printed name, and signature and date.
- How do I submit the Open Records Request Form?
- Email the completed form to [email protected] or mail it to City of Covington, P.O. Box 1527, Covington, GA 30015.
- Do I need a notary for the Open Records Request Form?
- No. The form has a signature and date line but no notary block. The signer just signs and dates it.
- Does the form mention fees for an open records request?
- Yes. It says administrative and copying fees may apply, describes the charges, and asks the requester to agree to pay costs incurred.
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