Commercial and Industrial Development Review Process

Step 1: Zoning Determination

• Is the property properly zoned for the proposed development?

Step 2: Use Determination

• Is the use permitted in the zoning district?
• What are permitted and conditional uses?

Step 3: Development of Regional Impact (DRI) Determination

• What is a Development of Regional Impact and when is it required?

Step 4: Rezoning, Conditional Use, Variance Approval

• If required, how do I apply for zoning approval?

Step 5: Conceptual Site Plan (only required for a project which includes 3 or more businesses in the development)

• If required, how do I apply for a conceptual site plan?

Step 6: Land Disturbing Permit

• How do I apply for a Land Disturbing Permit?

Step 7: Building Permit

• How do I apply for a Building Permit?

If you have any questions, please contact the Building and Zoning Department at (912) 489-1356 or email us at zoning@bullochcounty.net