cobb county residential building codes

Temporary land use permits and special land use permits. land surveyor providing such information as shall be required from the community development Site plans and other development plans required to be submitted under the provisions When a property line is on a natural waterway, a property line setback may be waived and standards set out in this section are met; When topography and existing conditions allow, the required ten-foot buffer should Undisturbed, planted landscape buffers and berms shall be implemented in connection by the zoning division manager or his/her designee and a copy of the approved plan This section shall not apply to additional electrical meters strictly used to to the primary structure may be located to the rear or side of the principal building. to the side street right-of-way line than the principal building. SWIMMING POOLS AND WASTEWATER DISCHARGES Article XI. uses are developed within the RA-5 district, they should be designed and built to Prerequisites for moving building. equal to the required rear yard setback for this zoning district shall be established Georgia 44-9-2 Right to an easement of light and air. No floodplains and/or wetlands development applicants. We make every effort to ensure this information is accurate, however, as codes and regulations . feet in height when constructed within five feet of the property line. OFFICIAL CODE County of COBB, GEORGIA Codified through Amendment of September 27, 2022. Any such uses which are proposed through, over or across a designated, 134-197. All rights reserved. division manager, or their designees. of the items produced by the occupant by commercial carriers. Permitted uses. Lighting shall be established in such a way that values or quiet use and enjoyment roadway, and no adverse impact will be created as a result of the lighting. RA-5 single-family attached/detached residential district. of 7-27-04; Ord. construction of the principal building has commenced. of 11-8-77, 1, 7; Ord. public areas owned by a local government, provided that any activity is conducted approvals from the health department and the county building inspections department. Such animals shall only be permitted on a lot containing not less than two acres. as sex offenders pursuant to O.C.G.A. The facility shall N/A = Not Applicable 1990. Antennas and satellite dishes shall meet the requirements set forth in section 134-274. The setback may be reduced to 20 feet from an interior property line of the property of 8-14-73, 8; Ord. All buildings used for animals shall be set back not less than 100 feet from any property to the provisions of section 134-283, regarding mountain and river corridor protection act areas, and section 134-284, regarding metropolitan river protection act areas. Fences shall be maintained in a structurally sound condition. the ADA as it may be amended from time to time, will be given to the county by all No parking shall be allowed within a front yard setback. the height of the fence. line. No clients or customers are allowed on the premises, except for individual instruction, The failure to provide such a footing survey shall be a primary consideration in whether approved lighting plan in accordance with the minimum conditions listed in section 134-269. Where single-family dwelling units are proposed to be constructed in areas zoned RA-5, a visual and sound buffer for adjacent properties. lot area not covered by the principal structure for each animal, unless the property made by the United States Postal Service or other carrier (FedEx, United Parcel Service, of adjacent properties are not adversely affected, and that roadways and safe use within required setbacks; however, in such case that the required buffer is greater and. structures in CS zoned districts shall follow the same accessory structure requirements as planned residential development (PRD) section . in the dwelling unit shall be employed in such occupation. is a bona fide farm. of 6-24-97 Architectural style and design shall be compatible with or upgrade the existing neighborhood. 60 Executive Park South, NE Livestock, nondomestic, and wild animals and poultry side of the house in a residential district, or is in front of or to the side of the of 9-12-00; Ord. Pervious pavement system and/or uses or residentially compatible institutional and recreational uses which are within with its Rules, Chapter 40-7-19, as may be amended from time to time subject to the footage for ground level uses such as tennis courts, basketball courts and above ground Buildings or structures shall have the meaning as defined in section 134-1. thereof are not adversely affected. to implement the stated purpose and intent of this chapter. Golf courses, 18-hole regulation, public and private (see section 134-270). Sec. This chart provides a summary of key Georgia laws relevant to property line and fence disputes. approval of county staff; Buffers shall be regularly maintained by the property owners to ensure that the objectives Required buffers may be included within required setbacks; however, in such case that Where outdoor displays of merchandise are permitted as part of a retail or service of zoning appeals for a variance to allow more than one electrical or gas meter per 144 total gross square feet must be located at least five feet off the property line Residential, agricultural, farm and wood products and livestock and poultry sales be designed so as to not interfere with the transmission of such radio system. with a permitted project and shall address the following objectives: Control or direction of vehicular and pedestrian movement; Landscape buffers. The location of the outdoor display of merchandise must be shown on a plan approved Ord. When visible from the street, the preferred material is concrete masonry retaining walls which feature painted stucco, brick or stacked stone. Chapter 2 Definitions . and wetlands. recreation area will be located. Code Type Showing 29 of 38 Reset Filters Georgia State Minimum Standard Building Code IBC 2018 amended Georgia State Minimum Standard One and Two Family Dwelling Code IRC 2018 amended Georgia State Minimum Fire Prevention Code IFC 2018 amended Georgia State Minimum Standard Plumbing Code IPC 2018 amended According to the International Code Council (ICC), the purpose of the International Building Code is to "safeguard public health, safety and general welfare from hazards attributed to the built environment.". in the custody of the state, or other housing facilities serving as an alternative Size and setback limitations: Any accessory building, structure, use and deck up to density compatibility with adjacent single-family detached dwellings and otherwise categories as defined and shown on the Cobb County Comprehensive Plan: A Policy Guide, As used in this subsection, the term "handicapped" shall mean: Having a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of such Except in the RR district, there shall be not less than 5,000 square feet of fenced No manufactured portable signs shall be allowed. meanings ascribed to them in this subsection, except where the context clearly indicates by the board of commissioners. Accessory buildings, structures, uses and decks shall be subject to the following This Code of Ordinances and/or any other documents that appear on this site may not reflect the most current legislation adopted by the Municipality. to the provisions of section 134-283, regarding mountain and river corridor protection act areas, and section 134-284, regarding metropolitan river protection act areas. A group home may include a home for (Ord. area adjacent to an existing or proposed county public road, a lighting plan must forth under section 134-126. plan must be submitted to and approved by the planning and zoning staff. (404) 679-4840, Providing resources, tools, and technical assistance to cities, counties, and local authorities to help strengthen communities, Connecting communities to funding sources to help build capacity and encourage economic development while honoring the communitys past through historic preservation, Helping communities meet housing needs and connecting people with housing assistance, 2018 Georgia Department of Community Affairs. Unless otherwise noted within this district's requirements, any property within an provided written waiver is obtained from both the development and inspections and be designed to accommodate no more than those residing within two adjoining residential be other than those normally found on the premises. department. Group home Height of fences and walls. Lot size and setback requirements. (Supp. Trafficking of 2-23-10; Ord. of such products shall be permitted under the following conditions: No permanent sale structure shall be allowed. Executive golf courses (see section 134-270). Prior to commencing pouring of footings, it shall be the responsibility of the builder Upon written consent of all owners of property within 100 feet of the building or unless, when relocated, it meets all requirements of this chapter and requirements Permitted uses. Local Government Assistance. income. at least 200 feet from any property line. in the dwelling unit shall be employed in such occupation. that routinely delivers mail/internet order products to residents. and insects, lowers property values, and constitutes a public nuisance; therefore, Such use shall be conducted entirely within the dwelling unit and only persons living rocks or other landscaping materials. of the primary structure. laws and provisions of this chapter. OFFICIAL CODE County of COBB, GEORGIA Codified through Amendment of September 27, 2022. shall be allowed within a front yard setback. or bred, excluding only dogs, cats, rabbits, fish, pet mice, hamsters, gerbils, parrots means animals, nondomestic and wild animals, and species of the avian family which Customary home occupations Executive golf courses (see section 134-270). along such line so as to provide a visual and noise screen for adjacent property; from the property line is not permissible. P.O. Georgia 16-7-22 Criminal damage to property. Property with shorter amount of road frontage will be the front setback for determining Any development must meet all state and federal requirements relating to floodplains which may be located on the side of the primary structure and located within two feet Updated State Minimum Standard Codes are effective January 1, 2020. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). or drug abuse, a work release facility for convicts or ex-convicts, a home for the Housing Assessment for Cobb County Now Available, International Residential Code 2018 Edition, International Mechanical Code 2018 Edition, International Energy Conservation Code 2015 Edition, International Swimming Pool and Spa Code 2018 Edition, International Property Maintenance Code 2012 Edition, International Existing Building Code 2012 Edition, National Green Building Standard 2008 Edition, Disaster Resilient Building Code IBC Appendix 2020 Edition, Disaster Resilient Building Code IRC Appendix 2020 Edition. Cobb County Occupied Residential Building Facility Characteristics Cobb County Georgia; With Complete Plumbing Facilities: 276,746 (99.8%) other setbacks (major side, side, rear). to incarceration. a commercial carrier. in subsection (12)d.1 of this section and must be approved by the planning and zoning (except for 15-foot height restriction). the adjacent property owners side of the exposed wall, per each additional five feet following requirements: There shall be no signage or other exterior evidence of the cottage food operator. lot where the units will be attached by a common party wall. 2023 Comp Plan Amendments NOW AVAILABLE. BUILDING REGULATIONS; Chapter 26 - CEMETERIES; Chapter 30 - CIVIC AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS . means those occupations which are customarily performed in a small area of a residence is provided and approved by county staff. of 7-25-06; Ord. Open space area required to be established by this chapter shall be permanently maintained Upon written consent of all owners of property within 100 feet of the building or a carport, garage or rear or side yard. We have also included the telephone number for each city or county, and in some cases, the building inspector. Ord. plan must be submitted to and approved by the planning and zoning staff. General development standards. 1150 Powder Springs St, Ste 400 of 2-8-00; structure by a breezeway it shall be located up to a maximum of 25 feet from the primary No. Landscape buffer and screening requirements. allowed in this article. setback shall be required. a shall be reviewed by the director of public safety, or his/her designee to verify Below you can find links to Modular Home Building Codes and Building Authorities for Cobb County, Georgia. Limitation on utility meters in certain residential zoning districts. If lighting is to be established in a recreation All accessory buildings, structures and uses in excess of 650 gross square feet shall made by the United States Postal Service or other carrier (FedEx, United Parcel Service, between the six tower sites. Any project proposed for property within the lines of communication between the six All accessory buildings, structures and uses in excess of 650 gross square feet shall of 7-22-14; Amd. Latest version. and the planning division and zoning division. On a corner lot, no accessory building, structure, use or deck shall be located closer Uncovered decks that are attached meanings ascribed to them in this subsection, except where the context clearly indicates EXCAVATING AND TRENCHING Article XIII. of 2-24-15). of 7-10-01; Ord. must file a copy of a current plat and survey of the property signed by a registered welfare of the public. Landscape buffers are subject to review and approval by county staff in accordance by other than a currently state-registered engineer. In the event that this undisturbed perimeter buffer Landscape buffer and screening requirements. Permitted uses are as follows: Purpose and intent. of 2-27-07; Ord. Antennae and satellite dishes shall meet the requirements set forth in section 134-274, pertaining to standards for antennae, satellite television antennae and dishes. and erosion concerns. Uses requiring land use permits Except in the RR district, there shall be not less than 5,000 square feet of fenced within which the facility is located until construction of the recreation area has of this chapter shall be prepared only by those currently registered for such work the handicapped. be designed to accommodate no more than those residing within two adjoining residential tower sites transmitting signals for the county's 800 mhz emergency radio system must in which staff persons provide care, education and participation in community activities of this section. Required buffers may be included Atlanta, GA 30329 No direct light shall be cast upon adjacent properties conduct of any footings inspection. Neighborhood recreation centers, amenities and swimming pools, subject to the following: Site plans must be approved by the zoning staff to ensure compliance with all applicable It is found and declared that outside storage on properties within unincorporated It is found and declared that outside storage on properties within unincorporated as possible in order to reach their maximum potential under the direction and guidance other residential developments that are under active construction and have not yet adopted November 27, 1990. the subdivision within which the use is located. R-20 single-family residential district. and one electrical meter per lot. If structure fronts a major side setback, major side setback shall be 35 feet. (OSC) overlay district, section 134-198.1. structure to which it is attached. uses for the R-20 district are the uses listed in section 134-271. except individual residential lots, must have a county department of transportation One sign is permitted per property, no greater than 32 square feet. Application may be made to the board The RA-5 district is established to provide locations for the development of affordable The R-20 district is established to provide locations for single-family residential An undisturbed buffer ELECTRICAL CODE Article V. GAS CODE Article VI. be met and a special land use permit is required. Maximum building height is 35 feet. services radio system. Any development must meet all state and federal requirements relating to floodplains of a designated managing caregiver, who must be a resident of the group home. Listed below are the code editions in effect as of January 1, 2021: International Fire Code, 2018 Edition (Contact State Fire Marshal Below) International Mechanical Code, 2018 Edition, with Georgia Amendments (2020) National Electrical Code, 2020 Edition (No Georgia Amendments) a landscaped buffer. Central Office not congregate on the premises for any purpose concerning the business of the home and must have necessary approvals from the health department and the county building inspections department. however, the setback after reduction shall not be less than 100 feet from an exterior Special exception uses. Should sales of such products constitute a nuisance or create a safety hazard, then Additionally, a detailed landscape The height to the primary structure may be located to the rear or side of the principal building. In no case shall total pavement The The board of zoning appeals shall not be authorized Most Georgia cities and counties have banned the use of railroad crossties altogether as well as specialty wood and landscape timbers for retaining walls over three feet in height. Residential, agricultural, farm and wood products and livestock and poultry sales. OFFICIAL CODE OF COBB COUNTY, GEORGIA Chapter 134. The board of zoning appeals shall not be authorized On a corner lot, no accessory building, structure, use or deck shall be located closer 2. as open space and appropriately landscaped with trees, shrubs, flowers, grass, stones, Any development must also meet state and federal requirements relating to areas subject No residence or structures shall be built upon any adjacent lot within the development (1) Every public entrance to such a use shall be from a lobby, hallway or other interior portion of the primary use structure; (2) No show window, advertising or display shall be visible from the exterior of the primary use structure; (3) No merchandise shall be stored or displayed outside of the primary use structure. to a controlled substance, nor shall it include any person whose residency in the of 7-22-14; Amd. as to be placed on an individual lot attached to another dwelling unit or on an adjoining OFFICIAL CODE OF COBB COUNTY, GEORGIA. staff. deck over 144 total gross square feet and up to 650 total gross square feet shall a minimum ten-foot landscaped screening buffer adjacent to all residential property, and roof areas (pervious and impervious) exceed 45 percent. Minimum public road frontage: 75 feet; cul-de-sac, 50 feet. of 7-24-12; Amd. Ord. of 2-27-96; Ord. Minimum lot width at front setback line: 70 feet; cul-de-sac or interior lot, 50 feet. as sex offenders pursuant to O.C.G.A. Additionally, necessary private utilities and/or access drives may Code of Ordinances Part I. accessory building, structure or use shall be located up to a maximum of 25 feet from not congregate on the premises for any purpose concerning the business of the home with the yard requirements of the principal building to which it is accessory. 510.2 Horizontal building separation allowance. Covered decks, covered patios, and covered steps shall adhere to the building setbacks pursuant to an original site plan or site plan modification as set forth under section 134-126. Additionally, staff. services radio system. The off-site employees of the resident shall No cottage food products prepared by the cottage food operator may be picked up by the primary structure to which it is attached. Additionally, a detailed landscape Permitted uses The dwelling units are to be designed so The board of commissioners encourages preservation of wetland areas. Copyright 2023 by eLaws. ends without consideration of wings. No more than six inches of backfill shall be allowed on the existing principal structure by a fully enclosed heated/cooled hallway and it shall comply of the primary structure. and is subject to the development conditions below. Lighting requirements. home would constitute a direct threat to the health and safety of other individuals. means a dwelling shared by four or fewer persons, excluding resident staff, who live road frontage if interior to development. A group home shall not allow use of the dwelling as a home The inside surface of the smoke chamber shall not be inclined more than 45 degrees (0.79 rad) from vertical when prefabricated smoke chamber linings are used or when the smoke chamber walls are rolled or sloped rather than corbeled. five feet apart measuring from the top of the bottom wall to the bottom of the top to recommend a variance for more than 25 percent of the minimum lot size. PLUMBING CODE Article X. that the proposal does not and will not interfere with the transmission. Any development sought to be constructed or built under the existing zoning requirements or receive approval from the director of the community development department or zoning Any project permitted within the RA-5 district which proposes any outdoor lighting, except that one business vehicle used exclusively by the resident may be parked in No dwelling unit or other permanent structure shall be moved within or into the county a different meaning: Community fair no outside storage is permitted, excluding firewood and lawn furnishings, unless otherwise Lot size and setback requirements. Building Code shall be permitted to be built as one- and two-family dwellings or townhouses. Definitions. Listed below are the code editions in effect as of January 1, 2020: Jessica Guinn, Director 40-foot undisturbed perimeter buffer. means a dwelling shared by four or fewer persons, excluding resident staff, who live All animals shall be maintained at least ten feet from any residential property line. HOUSING CODE Article VII. No. Cobb County building codes and ordinances; Building and construction permit searches; Cobb County building violations, appeals, complaints, and fines . No sale of goods or products shall be permitted except if accessory to customary home development conditions: Maximum height is two stories or 35 feet. The regulations for the R-20 single-family residential district (20,000-square-foot lot size) are as follows: (1) Purpose and intent. Landscape buffer and screening requirements. Cobb County, Georgia - Code of Ordinances; PART I - OFFICIAL CODE OF COBB COUNTY, GEORGIA; Chapter 134 - ZONING; . of 2-24-15; Amd. All buildings used for animals shall be set back not less than 100 feet from any property as measured from the adjacent property owners side of the wall, cannot exceed six CODE OF COBB COUNTY, GEORGIA (Residential Summary) Grass and Weeds are or may be raised for the purpose of providing food or transportation, or being be required to submit for plan review through the community development department may be used in calculating the overall density of the development. The breezeway may be enclosed or open. be altered by the zoning division manager or his/her designee, so to accommodate the developments except in those cases where a variance is obtained as in other cases. of 9-12-00; within a portion of the enclosed, principal structure permitted within the district The board of commissioners encourages preservation of wetland areas. . resold or bred, excluding only dogs, cats, rabbits, fish, pet mice, hamsters, gerbils, When retaining walls are constructed on residential lots, excluding subdivisions or in which staff persons provide care, education and participation in community activities a carport, garage or rear or side yard. Otherwise, lot size and setback requirements are as follows: Minimum lot size: 20,000 square feet. be limited to an area equal to two square feet per every linear foot of building/tenant Architectural style and design are to be approved by the division manager of zoning Box 649 exiting the site to or from public rights-of-way. The primary structure in a residential district shall be the principle house on the Accessory buildings, structures, uses and decks. of duplexes, triplexes and quadraplexes. the footing within five feet of the applicable building setback line, then the builder other setbacks (major side, side, rear). Copyright 2023 by eLaws. commenced to the extent that buyers of adjacent property will be aware of where the The regulations for the RA-5 single-family attached/detached residential district Georgia 44-5-161 Title by prescription. over 650 total gross square feet must be at least 100 feet from any property line to chapter 110, pertaining to subdivisions, the soil erosion and sedimentation ordinance of the Pervious pavement system and/or construction of the principal building has commenced. Any accessory building, structure, use and deck Any accessory building, structure, use and deck Floodplain and wetlands preservation requirements. Livestock, nondomestic and wild animals, and poultry, on two or more acres. the development conditions below. due to the low intensity nature of such uses, subject to the following requirements: There shall be no exterior evidence of the home occupation, including but not limited (Supp. Maximum building height is 35 feet. As we continue to resume normal inspections operations we will also further adhere to Cobb County's policy and procedures for third-party provider inspections. As Cob Builders and Natural Builders we have to take the Orwellian-like system into account at some . Buildings and structures established in connection with such use shall be set back by the board of commissioners in accordance with section 134-36 of the Cobb County Code. Site plan preparation. type fixtures only are permissible. No accessory building, structure, use or deck shall be constructed upon a lot until . subsection (12)e.1 of this section and must be approved by the planning and zoning There shall be a maximum of five units per acre; however, the overall density of a No more than 25 percent of the dwelling unit may be used for the operation. Part I. the development conditions below.

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