Oxford, GA · Newton County
Development Permit Application
Oxford’s Development Permit Application is for applicants seeking city development approval before applying for a building permit for proposed work.
What this form is
This application requests development approval from the City of Oxford before an applicant applies for a building permit. It asks for applicant and property details, proposed work, zoning, utility and structural information, and site plan drawings when work changes a structure’s footprint. The completed form and supporting documentation must be submitted to the City Clerk’s office ten days before the next Planning Commission meeting.
Who needs it
Applicants proposing construction, alterations, land disturbance, demolition, or other work covered by the application should complete it for City of Oxford development approval.
How to submit it
Submit the completed application and supporting documentation to the City Clerk’s office ten days before the next Planning Commission meeting. The applicant or a representative must be present when the Planning Commission reviews the application.
About notarization
No notary is required; the applicant signs the application, and supporting documentation must also be signed by the Planning Commission.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Get the Development Permit Application and its attached checklist from the City of Oxford.
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Complete The Application
Fill in all items or mark them N/A, including applicant, property, proposed work, zoning, and applicable utility and structural details.
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Gather Supporting Documents
Attach required supporting documentation and a dimensioned site plan when the proposed work changes a structure’s footprint.
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Submit To The City Clerk
Submit the completed application to the City Clerk’s office ten days before the next Planning Commission meeting; attend with a representative if needed.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Development Permit Application for?
- It requests City of Oxford development approval for proposed work. The approval is not a building permit, but is required before applying for the appropriate building permit.
- What should I include with my application?
- Include supporting documentation and, when work changes a structure’s footprint, a site plan drawing with the lot, structures, dimensions, and applicable setback lines.
- How do I submit the Development Permit Application?
- Submit the completed application and supporting documentation to the City Clerk’s office ten days before the next Planning Commission meeting. You or a representative must attend the review.
- Do I need a notary for the Development Permit Application?
- No. The applicant signs the application, and supporting documentation must also be signed by the Planning Commission.
Need something notarized?
This Development Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Oxford form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.