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Georgia, Floyd County Plumbing Permit Regulations and County Ordinances for Unincorporated Areas

Floyd County, Georgia Plumbing Permit Requirements

Plumbing permits in Floyd County, Georgia, are regulated by the Rome-Floyd County Building Inspection Department. A plumbing permit is required for the new installation, removal, alteration, repair, or replacement of any plumbing, gas, or drainage piping work, or any fixture or water heater or treating equipment within a building or premise. For properties in unincorporated areas of Floyd County, permits are issued by the Rome-Floyd County Inspections Department.

Jurisdiction and Permitting Authority

The Rome-Floyd County Building Inspection Department handles the review, permitting, and inspection of all construction projects within both the City of Rome and Floyd County. This includes projects in unincorporated areas.

Rules for Properties in Unincorporated Areas

For properties located in unincorporated Floyd County, the Rome-Floyd County Inspections Department is the issuing authority for permits. The minimum fee for a plumbing permit in unincorporated Floyd County is $45.

Permit Application Process and Requirements

To obtain a plumbing permit, you will generally need to submit an application along with required documentation. For plumbing work connected to a septic tank, a certificate from the Floyd County Health Department is necessary. If connecting to public sewer, a receipt from the City of Rome Water Billing Office or Floyd County Water Department is required, depending on your location. A plumbing permit is issued to check the connection from the mobile home to the septic tank or public sewer.

The Rome-Floyd County Building Inspection Department is located at 607 Broad Street, Rome, GA 30162. They can be reached by phone at 706-236-4481. The department is open Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Permit fees are calculated based on a mixed valuation, square-foot, flat-fee, and unit-fee schedule, depending on the permit type. For plumbing work, the minimum permit fee is $45.

Applicable Codes

Floyd County has adopted the 2018 International Plumbing Code, among other codes.

Resources to Learn More

Note: The following state-wide building codes and regulations apply universally to all jurisdictions within Georgia, including Floyd County.

Georgia Plumbing Legislation, Codes, and Guidelines

Plumbing Codes and Legislation in Georgia

In Georgia, plumbing standards are governed by the state's mandatory construction codes. As of January 1, 2026, the state has adopted the 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) as the foundation for its plumbing requirements, supplemented by specific Georgia State Amendments. For one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses not exceeding three stories in height, the 2024 International Residential Code (IRC) with Georgia Amendments also applies to plumbing installations.

Primary State Agency

The Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) is the primary state agency responsible for the adoption and maintenance of the Georgia State Minimum Standard Codes. Under the authority granted by O.C.G.A. § 8-2-20 through § 8-2-26, the DCA facilitates the adoption process, which includes review by the State Codes Advisory Committee and final approval by the Board of Community Affairs. These codes are mandatory statewide, meaning they apply to all construction regardless of whether they are locally enforced.

Resources to Learn More

Select a City in Floyd County

If your project is located within incorporated city limits, you will likely need to follow municipal ordinances rather than county rules. Select your city below to view local regulations.

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