30-1

Building permit. Before a permit is issued for the erection, moving, alteration, enlargement, or occupancy of any building or structure or use of premises, the plans and intended use shall indicate conformity in all aspects to the provisions of this Ordinance.

30-2

Site plan. A building permit under the provisions of the building code of Augusta, Georgia for the purpose of constructing or expanding a structure only be issued upon the presentation of, but not limited to, a survey or a site plan that has been approved by the staff of the Augusta Planning and Development Department. Such site plan or survey shall be drawn to scale, showing accurately the dimensions and location of the following: property lines, easements, utilities, structures, signs, off-street parking, driveways, retention facilities and any other information that may be necessary to the administration and/or enforcement of this Ordinance. Such site plan or survey shall be submitted by the Staff to all departments of Augusta and other entities that are deemed appropriate and they shall review and approve said site plan before it is approved by the Staff of the Augusta Planning and Development Department.

30-3

Interpretation of ordinance. In interpreting and applying the provisions of this Ordinance, they shall be held to the minimum requirements for the promotion of health, safety, welfare, morals, and convenience of the general public. The lot or yard areas shown on a survey or site plan as required by this Ordinance for a particular building shall not be diminished nor be included as part of the lot or yard areas of any other building.

Amended - January 2017