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Planning & Zoning

The Zoning Department is responsible for the governing of all uses of land and developments within the incorporated limits of the City of Fitzgerald.

Steps to obtain a 911 Address:
1. Fill out this form.
2. Return form to [email protected]

Steps to obtain a business license:
1. Call or visit the Zoning Department to get a letter of approval.
2. Complete Business Occupation Tax Application.
3. Take approval letter and application to the Administration Office at City Hall to complete the process.
Steps to obtain zoning verification letter:
1. Fill out Open Records Request.
2. Fill out Zoning Request Form.
3. Return both forms to the City Clerk.

Commercial Business Sign Packet
Application for Variance or Special Exception
Municode City of Fitzgerald Zoning Ordinance
Link to the Building Department
Link to the Code Enforcement
Link to the Administration Office
Link to the City Clerk Office

Resources

GIS map of Fitzgerald & Ben Hill County

PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION

The Planning and Zoning Commission is an appointed government board charged with recommending to the local city council the boundaries of the various original zoning district and appropriate regulations to be enforced therein and any proposed amendments thereto and shall collect data and keep itself informed as to the best practices generally in effect in the matter city planning and zoning to the end that it may be qualified to act on measures affecting the present and future movement of traffic, the segregation of residential and business districts and the convenience and safety of persons and property in any way dependent on city planning and zoning. The Planning & Zoning Commission meet every 3rd Monday of the month when needed.

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