Permits & Building

Planning a building project in Georgetown? Below you’ll find the forms you need and the steps to follow. Completed applications are turned in at City Hall.

How the building permit process works

1. Fill out the application completely, supplying all necessary information.
2. Turn in the completed application at City Hall.
3. New construction must be staked and flagged at the corners of construction prior to inspection.
4. A site inspection will be made by the designated City official.
5. A permit will be granted upon approval of the application.
6. The permit fee is paid, and the permit must be posted in plain view of the public right-of-way.
7. Where applicable, water and sewer hook-up fees must be paid prior to construction.

Temporary use permits

An RV, motor home, or mobile home may be parked on a property in Georgetown for an initial period of 30 days. Beyond that, it may only be used as a dwelling under a temporary use permit, issued under Ordinances 70 and 100.

The fee is $25.00, with an additional $25.00 for each further period of time. Connecting to the city water or sewer system requires separate permission from the City Council. When the permit expires, the home and all related structures must be removed from the property.