Do I need a notary for the Accessory Structure Permit Application?

No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. If the applicant is not the property owner, a separate notarized permission letter from the owner is required.

What documents should I include with the application?

The package check sheet lists a zoning compliance form, recorded property plat, floor plan, and site plan. Septic-served properties also need an Environmental Health approval letter.

How are permit fees paid?

Fees are determined when the permit is processed. The package lists credit or debit card, check, and money order as payment methods; cash and counterchecks are not accepted.

Newton County, GA · Newton County

No notary required

Accessory Structure Addition or Remodel Permit Application Package

Newton County property owners and applicants use this package to apply for a building permit for an accessory structure, addition, or remodel.

At a glance

Issued by: City of Newton County · Newton County, Newton County, Georgia
Notarization: Not required: file this form without a notary.
Official source: newtoncountyga.gov
Blank form: Download the PDF
Catalogued: Oct 5, 2026
Machine-readable: JSON record · about the forms index

What this form is

This package is for requesting a Newton County building permit to erect, alter, or use an accessory structure, addition, or remodel. It includes the application and zoning compliance form, and lists supporting documents such as a recorded plat, floor plan, and site plan. Septic-served properties need Environmental Health approval; fees are determined when the permit is processed.

Who needs it

Property owners or applicants planning an accessory structure, addition, or remodel in Newton County should complete the package and provide its required supporting documents.

How to submit it

Submit the completed application package to Newton County Development Services at 1113 Usher Street, Suite 201, Covington, GA 30014. Permit fees are determined during processing and may be paid by credit or debit card, check, or money order.

About notarization

The application is signed and dated without a notary; if the applicant is not the property owner, the package requires a separate notarized permission letter from the owner.

How to submit this form

1
Download the Package
Download the application package and review its check sheet for required documents.
2
Complete the Forms
Fill out the building permit application and zoning compliance form with the project and property information requested.
3
Gather Supporting Documents
Include the recorded plat, floor plan, site plan, and any applicable Environmental Health approval or owner permission letter.
4
Submit to the County
Submit the completed package to Newton County Development Services at 1113 Usher Street, Suite 201, Covington, GA 30014.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Accessory Structure Permit Application?: No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. If the applicant is not the property owner, a separate notarized permission letter from the owner is required.
How do I submit the application package?: Submit the completed package to Newton County Development Services at 1113 Usher Street, Suite 201, Covington, GA 30014.
What documents should I include with the application?: The package check sheet lists a zoning compliance form, recorded property plat, floor plan, and site plan. Septic-served properties also need an Environmental Health approval letter.
How are permit fees paid?: Fees are determined when the permit is processed. The package lists credit or debit card, check, and money order as payment methods; cash and counterchecks are not accepted.

Need something notarized?

This Accessory Structure Addition or Remodel Permit Application Package doesn’t need a notary, but if you have another Newton County form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.