Georgia Code
Title 8 - Buildings and Housing

§ 8-2-21. Adoption and Continuation of State Minimum Standard Codes; Enforcement of Codes - Enforcement of the state minimum standard codes provided for in...

§ 8-2-22. Licensing of Trades, Professions, and Businesses Governed by Chapter 14 of Title 43 and Rules and Regulations of State Construction Industry Licensing Board - Provisions for licensing trades, professions, and businesses covered by the...

§ 8-2-23. Amendment and Revision of Codes Generally; Installation of High-Efficiency Cooling Towers; Review - History. Ga. L. 1969, p. 546, § 5; Ga. L....

§ 8-2-24. Appointment of Advisory Committee; Reimbursement of Members for Expenses; Use of Subcommittees; Submittal of Proposed Amendments, Modifications, and New Provisions to Committee; Meeting Times of Committee - History. Ga. L. 1969, p. 546, §§ 2, 3; Ga....

§ 8-2-24.1. Review of Denial of Proposed Amendment, Modification, or New Provision to Code - Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection (d) of Code Section 8-2-24,...

§ 8-2-25. State-Wide Application of Minimum Standard Codes; Codes Requiring Local Adoption and More Stringent Requirements by Local Governments; Adoption of Standards for Which State Code Does Not Exist; Exemption for Certain Farm Buildings or Struct... - (c.1) Notwithstanding subsection (c) of this Code section, no county...

§ 8-2-26. Enforcement of Codes Generally; Employment and Training of Inspectors; Contracts for Administration and Enforcement of Codes - The issuance of this permit authorizes improvements of the real...

§ 8-2-26.1. Definitions and Requirements - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-26.1 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-2-27. Conformance of Buildings to Energy Conservation Code; Applicability to Exempted and Renovated Buildings; Appeals - History. Ga. L. 1978, p. 2212, §§ 4, 6, 7;...

§ 8-2-28. Adoption by Municipality or County Enforcing Construction Code of State Minimum Standard Code - Any municipality or county either enforcing or adopting and enforcing...

§ 8-2-29. Powers of Department Generally - In addition to any other powers granted by this part,...

§ 8-2-30. Scope of Applicability of Part Generally - History. Ga. L. 1969, p. 546, § 10; Ga. L....

§ 8-2-31. Effect of Part - History. Ga. L. 1969, p. 546, § 5; Ga. L....

Part 2A - Resolution of Construction Defects

§ 8-2-35. Legislative Findings and Declarations - The legislature finds, declares, and determines that Georgia needs an...

§ 8-2-36. Definitions - As used in this part, the term: History. Code 1981,...

§ 8-2-37. Required Compliance With This Part - If a claimant files an action without first complying with...

§ 8-2-38. Notice of Claim; Written Response of Contractor to Claim; Effect of Contractor’s Failure to Respond; Inspection; Offer of Settlement and Rejection of Offer; Alteration of Procedure for Notice - the claimant shall in his or her written notice include...

§ 8-2-39. Discovery of Additional Defects After Original Notice Given - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-39 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-2-40. Effect of Claimant’s Acceptance of Settlement; Subrogation of Insurance - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-40 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-2-41. Notice to Consumer Prior to Beginning Initial Construction Work - GEORGIA LAW CONTAINS IMPORTANT REQUIREMENTS YOU MUST FOLLOW BEFORE YOU...

§ 8-2-42. Bribery of Property or Association Managers Regarding Claims for Damages Arising Out of Construction Defects Prohibited; Procedure for Bringing Action to Remedy Construction Defects - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-42 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-2-43. No Cause of Action Created; Contractor’s Right to Seek Recovery From Subcontractor or Other Professional; Contract Controls Over Provisions; Applicability - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-43 , enacted by Ga. L....

Part 3 - Fire Escapes

§ 8-2-50. Providing of Fire Escapes by Building Owners; Requirements Regarding Location and Construction of Fire Escapes and Exit Doors - History. Ga. L. 1889, p. 168, § 1; Civil Code...

§ 8-2-51. Inspection of Buildings; Notifying Owners Regarding Noncompliance With Requirements Relating to Fire Escapes - History. Ga. L. 1889, p. 168, § 2; Civil Code...

§ 8-2-52. Requiring Owners to Make Alterations and Additions; Time of Making Inspections and Reports - The owners of buildings referred to in this part shall...

§ 8-2-53. Power of Municipal Authorities to Extend Coverage of Part - The governing authority of any city may, by ordinance, provide...

§ 8-2-54. Penalty - Any owner of a building more than two stories in...

Part 6 - Elevators, Dumbwaiters, Escalators, Manlifts, and Moving Walks

§ 8-2-100. Definitions - As used in this part, the term: History. Code 1981,...

§ 8-2-101. Inspection and Registration Requirement; Maintenance; Alterations - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-101 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-2-102. Inspections - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-102 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-2-103. Operating Permits - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-103 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-2-104. Employment of Inspectors; Inspection Fees; Inspection Rules and Regulations - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-104 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-2-105. Local Government Regulation and Enforcement - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-105 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-2-106. Reporting of Accidents; Removal From Service of Equipment Involved in Accident - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-106 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-2-107. Penalties - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-107 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-2-108. Appeals From Orders or Acts of Inspectors - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-108 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-2-109. Consultations; Creation of Committees of Consultants - The Commissioner shall be authorized to consult with persons knowledgeable...

§ 8-2-109.1. Exceptions From Part; Audit of Compliance of Local Governmental Units - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-110 , enacted by Ga. L....

Article 2 - Factory Built Buildings and Dwelling Units

Part 1 - Units Designed to Be Affixed to Foundations or Existing Buildings

§ 8-2-110. Legislative Findings and Purpose - The General Assembly finds that, in an effort to meet...

§ 8-2-111. Definitions - As used in this part, the term: (6.1) “Residential industrialized...

§ 8-2-112. Inspection and Approval of Industrialized Buildings by Commissioner or Local Government; Modifications Prohibited; Costs; Adoption of Rules - History. Ga. L. 1971, p. 364, § 3; Ga. L....

§ 8-2-113. Promulgation of Rules and Regulations by Commissioner; Delegation of Inspection Authority; Rules and Regulations Continued in Full Force and Effect; Advisory Committee; Powers of Commissioner; Training Programs - History. Ga. L. 1971, p. 364, § 4; Ga. L....

§ 8-2-114. Approval by Commissioner of Industrialized Building Meeting Standards Prescribed by Other States; Delegation of Inspection Authority - History. Ga. L. 1971, p. 364, § 5; Code 1981,...

§ 8-2-115. Appeals From Applications of Rules and Regulations - History. Ga. L. 1971, p. 364, § 6; Code 1981,...

§ 8-2-116. Injunctive Relief - The commissioner may obtain injunctive relief from the superior court...

§ 8-2-117. Civil Cause of Action Against Manufacturers, Installers, or Dealers of Industrialized Buildings; Damages, Costs, and Attorney’s Fees - Notwithstanding any other remedy at law, a person who suffers...

§ 8-2-117.1. Cease and Desist Orders and Penalties for Violations of Part; Appeals - Whenever the commissioner has reason to believe that any person...

§ 8-2-118. Penalty; Separate Violations - A person who violates any of the provisions of this...

§ 8-2-119. Applicability of Part - The provisions of this part shall not apply to Part...

§ 8-2-120. Authority to Enter to Determine Compliance With Part - The commissioner or the authorized representatives of the commissioner may...

§ 8-2-121. Records and Reports to Be Maintained by Manufacturers, Dealers, and Installers; Inspection of Books, Papers, Records, and Documents - Each manufacturer, dealer, or installer of industrialized buildings shall establish...

Part 2 - Manufactured Homes

§ 8-2-130. Short Title - This part shall be known and may be cited as...

§ 8-2-131. Definitions - As used in this part, the term: History. Ga. L....

§ 8-2-132. Authority of Commissioner; Policy and Purpose - History. Ga. L. 1968, p. 415, § 3; Ga. L....

§ 8-2-133. Promulgation of Rules and Regulations by Commissioner; Making of Investigations and Inspections - During such time as the Commissioner has contracted or entered...

§ 8-2-134. Manufacture and Sale of Manufactured Homes Constructed and Assembled in Accordance With Rules Issued by Commissioner - During such time as the Commissioner has contracted or entered...

§ 8-2-135. Licenses for Manufacturers Who Build, Sell, or Offer for Sale Manufactured Homes in State; Licenses for Dealers of Manufactured or Mobile Homes - During such time as the Commissioner has contracted or entered...

§ 8-2-135.1. Manufacturing Inspection Fee; Reinspection; Monitoring Inspection Fee - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-135.1 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-2-136. Records and Reports of Manufactured Home Manufacturers, Retailers, Retail Brokers, and Installers; Inspection of Such Books and Records - Each manufacturer, retailer, retail broker, and installer of manufactured homes...

§ 8-2-137. Conduct of Hearings and Presentations of Views; Dispute Resolution Program - History. Ga. L. 1973, p. 4, § 8; Code 1981,...

§ 8-2-138. Alterations or Modifications in Manufactured Homes by Retailers, Retail Brokers, or Installers - During such time as the Commissioner has contracted or entered...

§ 8-2-139. Interfering With Representative of Commissioner in Performance of Duties; Entry and Inspection of Premises Where Manufactured Homes Are Manufactured or Sold - History. Ga. L. 1968, p. 415, § 8; Ga. L....

§ 8-2-140. Power of Authorized Representative of Commissioner to Stop and Inspect Manufactured Homes in Transit - Any authorized representative of the Commissioner may, upon displaying proper...

§ 8-2-141. Monetary Penalty; Injunctive Relief - History. Ga. L. 1968, p. 415, § 6; Ga. L....

§ 8-2-142. Adjustment of Taxes, License Fees, or Other Fees Imposed on Foreign Manufacturers Domiciled in States Which Impose Higher Taxes, License Fees, or Other Fees on Georgia-Domiciled Manufacturers - If any state or foreign country imposes upon Georgia-domiciled manufactured...

§ 8-2-143. Civil and Criminal Penalty for Violation of Section 610 of National Manufactured Housing Construction and Safety Standards Act of 1974 and Regulations and Final Orders Issued Thereunder - History. Ga. L. 1968, p. 415, § 9; Ga. L....

§ 8-2-144. Reporting and Accounting for Fees - The Commissioner of Insurance shall file a report on or...

Part 3 - Installation of Manufactured Homes and Mobile Homes

§ 8-2-160. Definitions - As used in this part, the term: History. Code 1981,...

§ 8-2-160.1. Cooperative Agreements - The Commissioner is authorized and empowered to contract or enter...

§ 8-2-161. Duty of Commissioner to Establish Rules and Procedures for Licensure and Installation - During such time as the Commissioner has contracted or entered...

§ 8-2-162. Administration of Part by Commissioner; Investigation of Consumer Complaints - During such time as the Commissioner has contracted or entered...

§ 8-2-163. Prohibited Act - It shall be unlawful for any person to perform an...

§ 8-2-164. License Required; Permit Purchase - During such time as the Commissioner has contracted or entered...

§ 8-2-165. Compliance With Manufacturer’s Installation Instructions; Random Inspections on Installations - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-165 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-2-166. Penalty for Violation - Any person determined by the Commissioner to be in violation...

§ 8-2-167. Political Subdivisions Prohibited From Adopting or Enforcing Requirements Not Consistent With Part - No political subdivision may adopt or enforce any requirement not...

§ 8-2-168. Compliance With “Georgia Administrative Procedure act.” - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-168 , enacted by Ga. L....

Part 3A - Installation of Pre-Owned Manufactured Homes

§ 8-2-170. Definitions - As used in this part, the term: History. Code 1981,...

§ 8-2-171. Health and Safety Standards for Pre-Owned Manufactured Homes; Inspections; Immunity - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-171 , enacted by Ga. L....

Part 4 - Manufactured or Mobile Homes

Subpart 1 - General Provisions

§ 8-2-180. Definitions - As used in this part, the term: History. Code 1981,...

§ 8-2-181. Manufactured Home as Personal Property; Requirements for Real Property Status; Requirements for Certificate of Permanent Location - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-181 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-2-182. Recording of Certificate of Permanent Location; Responsibilities of Commissioner; Notification to Tax Assessors - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-182 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-2-183. Status of Home as Part of Real Property - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-183 , enacted by Ga. L....

Subpart 1A - Permanently Affixed Manufactured Home as Real Property

§ 8-2-183.1. Conditions Under Which Manufactured Home Becomes Real Property; Form and Filing Requirements for Certificate of Permanent Location - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-183.1 , enacted by Ga. L....

Subpart 2 - Removal From Permanent Location

§ 8-2-184. Reversion of Manufactured Home to Personal Property; Certificate of Removal From Permanent Location Required - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-184 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-2-185. Responsibilities of Commissioner Following Receipt of Certificate of Removal From Permanent Location - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-185 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-2-186. Responsibilities of Clerk of Superior Court Upon Receipt of Certificate of Removal From Permanent Location - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-186 , enacted by Ga. L....

Subpart 3 - Destruction of Manufactured Homes

§ 8-2-187. Certificate of Destruction and Requirements for Issuance - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-187 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-2-188. Retention of Titles by Commissioner - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-188 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-2-189. Requirements for Filing With Clerk of Superior Court - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-189 , enacted by Ga. L....

Subpart 4 - Fees

§ 8-2-190. Taxation as Real Property - A manufactured home which constitutes real property shall not be...

§ 8-2-191. Filing Fee - The commissioner shall charge a fee of $18.00 for any...

Article 3 - Application of Building and Fire Related Codes to Existing Buildings

§ 8-2-200. Short Title - This article shall be known and may be cited as...

§ 8-2-201. Purpose and Applicability of Article - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-201 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-2-202. Definitions - As used in this article, the term: History. Code 1981,...

§ 8-2-203. Effect of Article on State and Local Enforcement Authorities - The provisions of this article shall be mandatory and binding...

§ 8-2-204. Alteration or Repair Without Total Compliance With New Construction Requirements - The provisions of this article shall require any state code...

§ 8-2-205. Identification and Correction of Certain Conditions or Defects - With reference to existing buildings, authorized enforcement authorities should give...

§ 8-2-206. Consideration of Compliance Alternatives - Code Sections 8-2-207 through 8-2-211 contain generally acceptable compliance alternatives...

§ 8-2-207. Compliance Alternatives for Inadequate Number of Exits - Compliance alternatives for an inadequate number of exits include, but...

§ 8-2-208. Compliance Alternatives for Excessive Travel Distances to Approved Exit - Compliance alternatives for excessive travel distances to an approved exit...

§ 8-2-209. Compliance Alternatives for Unenclosed or Improperly Enclosed Exit Stairways or Vertical Shafts - Compliance alternatives for unenclosed or improperly enclosed exit stairways or...

§ 8-2-210. Compliance Alternatives for Inadequate Fire Partitions or Walls - Compliance alternatives for inadequate or a total lack of fire...

§ 8-2-211. Compliance Alternatives for Lack of Required Protection of Openings in Exterior Walls - Compliance alternatives for a lack of required protection of openings...

§ 8-2-212. Filing of Approved Compliance Alternatives - Whenever action is taken on any existing building to repair,...

§ 8-2-213. Final Review of Projects; Agreement of Local Authorities - Where an existing building or structure falls within the jurisdiction...

§ 8-2-214. Additions - Additions to an existing building shall comply with the applicable...

§ 8-2-215. Minor Alterations or Repairs; Reduction or Removal of Features; Alteration or Repair Without Further Compliance; Installation of Mechanical Systems - Minor alterations or repairs to an existing building which do...

§ 8-2-216. Continuation of Legal Use and Occupancy - The legal use and occupancy of any building or structure...

§ 8-2-217. Total Change in Use or Occupancy - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-217 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-2-218. Change of Portion of Building to New Use or Occupancy - History. Code 1981, § 8-2-218 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-2-219. Changes Which Increase Floor Loading - Any proposed change in the use or occupancy of an...

§ 8-2-220. Rules and Regulations - The Safety Fire Commissioner shall promulgate reasonable rules and regulations...

§ 8-2-221. Appeals of Rulings or Decisions - Should any person, firm, corporation, or other entity be dissatisfied...

§ 8-2-222. Immunity of State and Local Entities; Liability of Property Owner or User - Nothing in this article shall be construed to constitute a...

Chapter 3 - Housing Generally

Article 1 - Housing Authorities

Part 1 - General Provisions

§ 8-3-1. Short Title - This article may be referred to as the “Housing Authorities...

§ 8-3-2. Legislative Findings and Declaration of Necessity - It is declared that there exist in the state unsanitary...

§ 8-3-3. Definitions - As used in this article, the term: (13.1) “Private enterprise...

§ 8-3-3.1. Additional Definitions - As used in this article, the term: History. Ga. L....

§ 8-3-4. Creation of Housing Authorities - In each city and in each county of the state...

§ 8-3-5. Findings Required Before Adoption of Resolution - History. Ga. L. 1937, p. 210, § 4.

§ 8-3-6. Resolution as Conclusive Evidence of Authority’s Establishment and Authority - In any action or proceeding involving the validity or enforcement...

§ 8-3-7. Applicability of Local Laws, Ordinances, and Regulations to Housing Projects - All housing projects of an authority shall be subject to...

§ 8-3-8. Exemption of Authorities and Their Property From Taxes and Special Assessments; Payments in Lieu of Taxes and Special Assessments - The property of an authority is declared to be public...

§ 8-3-9. Filing Reports With Clerk; Recommending Legislation or Other Necessary Action - At least once a year, an authority shall file with...

§ 8-3-10. Vesting of Fee Simple Title Upon an Authority’s Exercise of Power of Eminent Domain - Whenever a housing authority is or has been created under...

§ 8-3-11. Renting of Housing Units — Requirements as to Fixing of Rentals by Authorities Generally - It is declared to be the policy of this state...

§ 8-3-12. Dwelling Accommodations for Persons of Low Income; Duties With Respect to Rentals and Tenant Selection - History. Ga. L. 1937, p. 210, § 10; Ga. L....

§ 8-3-13. Cooperation and Joint Operation by Authorities - History. Ga. L. 1937, p. 210, § 11; Ga. L....

§ 8-3-14. Consolidated Housing Authorities for Two or More Municipalities - History. Ga. L. 1943, p. 146, § 6; Ga. L....

§ 8-3-15. Extraterritorial Operation of City Housing Authorities - History. Ga. L. 1943, p. 146, § 6; Ga. L....

§ 8-3-16. Providing Housing in Rural Areas - Any housing authority which has rural areas under its jurisdiction...

§ 8-3-17. Powers of Authorities and Board of Regents as to Dormitories; Venue for Actions Regarding Rights in Projects and Questions as to Issuance of Bonds; Validation and Confirmation of Bonds - Any of such bonds may be additionally secured by a...

Part 2 - Powers of Housing Authorities Generally

§ 8-3-30. General Powers; Applicability of Laws as to Acquisition, Operation, or Disposition of Property by Other Public Bodies - History. Ga. L. 1937, p. 210, § 8; Ga. L....

§ 8-3-31. Eminent Domain - An authority shall have the right to acquire by the...

§ 8-3-31.1. “Public Use” Defined; Eminent Domain to Be Exercised Solely for Public Use - History. Code 1981, § 8-3-31.1 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-3-32. Borrowing Money and Accepting Grants and Other Financial Assistance From Federal Government; Taking Over, Leasing, or Managing Projects Constructed or Owned by Federal Government; Purpose and Intent of Article - An authority is empowered to borrow money or accept grants...

§ 8-3-33. Contracts and Agreements With Federal Government to Obtain Federal Contributions to Housing Projects - History. Ga. L. 1943, p. 146, § 6; Ga. L....

§ 8-3-34. Housing Studies and Analyses - History. Ga. L. 1945, p. 270, § 2.

§ 8-3-35. Legislative Findings; Additional Powers of Authority; Effect of Financing With Bond Proceeds; Issuance, Sale, Confirmation, and Validation of Bonds; Venue of Actions - History. Ga. L. 1982, p. 2228, § 2; Code 1981,...

§ 8-3-36. Prohibition of Nonresidents Suspected of Criminal Acts - Any housing authority created pursuant to this article, acting through...

Part 3 - Housing Authority Commissioners

§ 8-3-50. Appointment, Qualifications, and Tenure of Commissioners; Reimbursement for Expenses - History. Ga. L. 1937, p. 210, § 5; Ga. L....

§ 8-3-51. Commissioners Authority; Quorum; Voting by Commissioners; Chairman; Vice-Chairman; Employment of Personnel; Obtaining Legal Services; Delegation of Powers or Duties - History. Ga. L. 1937, p. 210, § 5; Ga. L....

§ 8-3-52. Disclosure and Abstention Requirements for Interested Commissioners and Employees - History. Ga. L. 1937, p. 210, § 6; Ga. L....

§ 8-3-53. Removal of Commissioners - For inefficiency or neglect of duty or misconduct in office,...

Part 4 - Obligations on Bonds and Leases

§ 8-3-70. Bonds — Power of Authorities to Issue Bonds; Types of Bonds; Security for Bonds - An authority shall have power to issue bonds from time...

§ 8-3-71. Bonds — Liability of Commissioner, State, and Political Subdivisions; Status of Bonds in Regard to Constitutional and Statutory Debt Limitations and Restrictions - History. Ga. L. 1937, p. 210, § 14; Ga. L....

§ 8-3-72. Bonds — Exemption of Bonds and Interest From Taxation; Article as Contract by Housing Authorities and State With Bondholders and Transferees - Bonds of an authority are declared to be issued for...

§ 8-3-73. Bonds — Form; Terms; Rate of Interest - Bonds of an authority shall be authorized by its resolution...

§ 8-3-74. Bonds — Public Sale of Bonds; Exceptions - The bonds of an authority may be sold at public...

§ 8-3-75. Bonds — Validity of Signatures; Negotiability - In case any of the commissioners or officers of the...

§ 8-3-76. Bonds — Effect of Recital of Purpose on Face of Bond - Any bond reciting in substance that it has been issued...

§ 8-3-77. Powers of Authorities as to Securing Payment of Bonds and Lease Obligations - In connection with the issuance of bonds or the incurring...

§ 8-3-78. Remedies of Obligee of an Authority Generally - An obligee of an authority shall have the right, in...

§ 8-3-79. Additional Remedies Conferrable on Obligee by an Authority - An authority shall have power by its resolution, trust indenture,...

§ 8-3-80. Exemption of Property of Authorities From Execution Sale; Charges or Liens on Property of Authorities; Enforcement of Mortgages, Pledges, or Liens by Obligees of Authorities - All real property of an authority shall be exempt from...

§ 8-3-81. Bonds and Other Obligations of Authorities as Legal Investments - Notwithstanding any restrictions on investments contained in any laws of...

Part 5 - Regional Housing Authorities

§ 8-3-100. Procedure for Creating an Authority - If the governing body of each of two or more...

§ 8-3-101. Transfer of Property to an Authority - When any real property of a county housing authority vests...

§ 8-3-102. Conditions Precedent to Adoption of Resolution Declaring Need for an Authority - History. Ga. L. 1943, p. 146, § 6.

§ 8-3-103. Public Hearings on Adoption of Resolution - The governing body of a county shall not adopt any...

§ 8-3-104. Resolution as Conclusive Evidence of an Authority’s Establishment; Sufficiency of Resolution - In any suit, action, or proceeding involving the validity or...

§ 8-3-105. Powers of an Authority Generally - Except as otherwise provided in this part, a regional housing...

§ 8-3-106. Commissioners — Appointment by County Governing Bodies - The governing bodies of the counties desiring to form a...

§ 8-3-107. Commissioners — Appointment of Additional Commissioner - If the area of operation of a regional housing authority...

§ 8-3-108. Commissioners — Terms of Office; Removal; Record of Removal Proceedings - History. Ga. L. 1943, p. 146, § 6; Ga. L....

§ 8-3-109. Commissioners — Vesting of Powers of an Authority in Commissioners; Selection of Chairman and Other Officers; Employees; Quorum; Location of Meetings - History. Ga. L. 1943, p. 146, § 6; Ga. L....

§ 8-3-110. Area of Operation of County and Regional Authorities - The area of operation of a housing authority created for...

§ 8-3-111. Addition of Counties to an Authority — Procedure; Effect - History. Ga. L. 1952, p. 365, § 1.

§ 8-3-112. Addition of Counties to an Authority — Transfer of Property to Authority - When any real property of a county housing authority vests...

§ 8-3-113. Addition of Counties to an Authority — Conditions Precedent to Adoption of Resolution Declaring Need for Expansion of Authority - The governing body of each of the counties in the...

§ 8-3-114. Exclusion of Counties From Regional Authority — Procedure Generally; Effect of Reducing Area of Operation to One County - History. Ga. L. 1952, p. 365, § 1.

§ 8-3-115. Exclusion of County From Regional Authority — Conditions Precedent to Adoption of Resolution Declaring Need for Exclusion - The governing body of each of the counties in the...

§ 8-3-116. Detachment of a County by Its Own Resolution; Assumption of Regional Authority’s Bonds, Notes, and Other Obligations by an Authority Thereafter Established for County - History. Ga. L. 1952, p. 365, § 1.

§ 8-3-117. Creation of an Authority for a County After Exclusion or Detachment From a Regional Authority; Appointment of Commissioners; Scope of Powers; Subsequent Inclusion in a Regional Authority - History. Ga. L. 1952, p. 365, § 1.

§ 8-3-118. Public Hearing Prior to Adoption of Resolution - The governing body of a county shall not adopt any...

Part 6 - Providing Housing for Persons Engaged in National Defense Industries or Activities

§ 8-3-130. Declaration of Necessity - The preparation for national defense requires a great migration of...

§ 8-3-131. Definitions - As used in this part, the term: History. Ga. L....

§ 8-3-132. Conditions Precedent to Exercise of Powers by an Authority; Scope of Rights and Powers of an Authority Generally - History. Ga. L. 1943, p. 161, § 2; Ga. L....

§ 8-3-133. Existence of War or National Emergency as Condition Precedent to Initiation of Project - History. Ga. L. 1943, p. 161, § 9; Ga. L....

§ 8-3-134. Cooperation by an Authority With Federal Government, Other Public Bodies, and Private Agencies; Leases of Projects by an Authority From Federal Government - A housing authority may exercise any or all of its...

§ 8-3-135. Aid and Cooperation by State Public Bodies in Development and Administration of Projects - History. Ga. L. 1943, p. 161, § 4; Ga. L....

§ 8-3-136. Issuance of Bonds, Notes, and Other Obligations by an Authority - History. Ga. L. 1943, p. 161, §§ 5, 6; Ga....

§ 8-3-137. Authorization for an Authority to Undertake Projects and to Cooperate With or Act as Agent for Federal Government; Applicability of Limitations, Restrictions, and Requirements in Other; Scope of Powers - History. Ga. L. 1943, p. 161, § 7; Ga. L....

Article 2 - Housing Cooperation Law

§ 8-3-150. Short Title - This article shall be known and may be cited as...

§ 8-3-151. Legislative Findings and Declaration of Necessity - It has been found and declared in Article 1 of...

§ 8-3-152. Definitions - As used in this article, the term: History. Ga. L....

§ 8-3-153. Powers of State Public Bodies as to Housing Projects Generally - History. Ga. L. 1937, p. 697, § 4; Ga. L....

§ 8-3-154. Contracts for Payments to State Public Bodies for Improvements, Services, and Facilities Provided - In connection with any housing project located wholly or partly...

§ 8-3-155. Appropriations to an Authority by a City or a County for First-Year Expenses; Loans and Donations to Authority - History. Ga. L. 1937, p. 697, § 6.

§ 8-3-156. Procedure for Exercise of Powers Granted by Article to State Public Bodies - The exercise by a state public body of the powers...

Article 3 - Office of Housing

§ 8-3-170. Legislative Findings; Powers and Duties of State Office of Housing - The General Assembly finds and declares that housing is an...

§ 8-3-171. State Housing Goal and Report; Assistance by Other Agencies and Political Subdivisions - The General Assembly affirms the state’s policy to provide decent,...

§ 8-3-172. Funding for Single-Family Housing; Construction Requirements - History. Code 1981, § 8-3-172 , enacted by Ga. L....

Article 4 - Fair Housing

§ 8-3-200. State Policy; Purposes and Construction of Article - History. Code 1981, § 8-3-200 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-3-201. Definitions - As used in this article, the term: (2.1) “Board of...

§ 8-3-202. Unlawful Practices in Selling or Renting Dwellings; Exceptions - History. Code 1981, § 8-3-202 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-3-203. Unlawful Denial of or Discrimination in Membership or Participation in Service or Organization Relating to Selling or Renting Dwellings - It shall be unlawful to deny any person access to...

§ 8-3-204. Discrimination in Residential Real Estate Related Transactions; Appraisals - History. Code 1981, § 8-3-204 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-3-205. Permissible Limitations in Sale, Rental, or Occupancy of Dwellings by Religious Organizations or Private Clubs; Housing for Older Persons - History. Code 1981, § 8-3-205 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-3-206. Powers and Duties of Administrator; Housing and Urban Development Programs of Other Agencies - History. Code 1981, § 8-3-206 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-3-207. Educational and Conciliatory Activities; Conferences; Consultation as to Extent of Discrimination; Reports - The administrator shall commence such educational and conciliatory activities as...

§ 8-3-208. Discriminatory Housing Practice Complaint Procedures - History. Code 1981, § 8-3-208 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-3-209. Investigations; Conciliation Agreements; Final Report; Breach of Conciliation Agreement; Disclosure; Action for Temporary Relief; Transmittal of Information - A final report under this subsection may be amended if...

§ 8-3-210. Procedure Where Local Fair Housing Law Applicable - Wherever a local fair housing law provides rights and remedies...

§ 8-3-211. Procedure on Filing of Discriminatory Housing Practice Complaint - History. Code 1981, § 8-3-211 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-3-212. Subpoenas and Discovery; Penalties for Violations - shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be fined...

§ 8-3-213. State Action for Enforcement; Fines; Damages; Civil Action by Local Agency; Administrative Proceeding - History. Code 1981, § 8-3-213 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-3-214. Orders of Administrative Law Judge - History. Code 1981, § 8-3-214 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-3-215. Appeal From Order of Administrative Law Judge; Attorney’s Fees and Costs - History. Code 1981, § 8-3-215 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-3-216. Filing Order of Administrator in Superior Court and Judgment Thereon - Any person affected by a final order of the administrator...

§ 8-3-217. Civil Actions by Aggrieved Persons - History. Code 1981, § 8-3-217 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-3-218. Civil Actions by Attorney General - History. Code 1981, § 8-3-218 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-3-219. Expediting of Actions Under Code Section 8-3-217 or 8-3-218 - Any court in which a proceeding is instituted under Code...

§ 8-3-220. Adoption of Provisions in Local Ordinance - A political subdivision of this state may adopt verbatim the...

§ 8-3-221. Cooperation With Federal and Local Agencies - The administrator may cooperate with federal and local agencies charged...

§ 8-3-222. Coercion, Intimidation, Threats, or Interference - It shall be unlawful to coerce, intimidate, threaten, or interfere...

§ 8-3-223. Compliance With Federal Law - Compliance with the provisions of the Fair Housing Amendments Act...

Article 5 - Housing Trust Fund for the Homeless

§ 8-3-300. Short Title - This article shall be known and cited as the “State...

§ 8-3-301. Definitions - As used in this article, the term: History. Code 1981,...

§ 8-3-302. Fund Created - The State Housing Trust Fund for the Homeless is created...

§ 8-3-303. Amounts Credited to Trust Fund - The state treasurer shall credit to the trust fund all...

§ 8-3-304. Investments - The state treasurer shall invest trust fund money in the...

§ 8-3-305. Payments From Fund - The Office of the State Treasurer shall be authorized to...

§ 8-3-306. Commission Established; Members; Officers; Support Personnel; Appropriations and Budget Through Department of Community Affairs - History. Code 1981, § 8-3-306 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-3-307. Expense Allowance and Travel Reimbursement for Members of Commission - Members of the commission shall serve without compensation but shall...

§ 8-3-308. Duties of Commission - The commission shall: History. Code 1981, § 8-3-308 , enacted...

§ 8-3-309. Acceptance of Federal Funds; Disposition - The commission may accept federal funds granted by Congress or...

§ 8-3-310. Authorized Disbursement - History. Code 1981, § 8-3-310 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-3-311. Powers of Commission to Hold Title, Foreclose, Commence Action to Protect or Enforce Rights, and Exercise Other Rights for Its Benefit or Protection - History. Code 1981, § 8-3-311 , enacted by Ga. L....

Article 6 - Documentation by Home Inspectors

§ 8-3-330. “Home Inspector” Defined - As used in this article, the term “home inspector” means...

§ 8-3-331. Documentation Required - Every home inspector shall provide to the person on whose...

§ 8-3-331.1. Licensing Authority of Political Subdivision - Nothing in this article shall preempt a political subdivision from...

§ 8-3-332. Criminal Penalty - Any person violating any of the provisions of this article...

Chapter 4 - Clearance and Rehabilitation of Blighted Areas

§ 8-4-1. Short Title - This chapter may be referred to as the “Redevelopment Law.”...

§ 8-4-2. Legislative Findings and Declaration of Necessity - It is found and declared: History. Ga. L. 1946, p....

§ 8-4-3. Definitions - As used in this chapter, the term: are conducive to...

§ 8-4-4. Power of Authorities to Prepare Redevelopment Plans and to Undertake Redevelopment Projects; Scope of Authorities’ Powers, Privileges, and Immunities - Any housing authority established pursuant to Article 1 of Chapter...

§ 8-4-5. Approval of Redevelopment Projects by Cities - An authority shall not initiate any redevelopment project under this...

§ 8-4-6. Power of Authorities to Make Property Available for Use by Private Enterprise or Public Agencies; Manner of Valuation of Property; Obligations of Purchasers and Lessees - Any such obligations by the purchaser shall be covenants and...

§ 8-4-7. Taxation of Leased Property - Any property which the authority leases to private corporations, individuals,...

§ 8-4-8. Acquisition and Development by Authorities of Lands Not Within Blighted Areas for Redevelopment Projects; Findings Required Prior to Acquisition; Projects Involving More Than One City - History. Ga. L. 1951, p. 683, § 7.

§ 8-4-9. Cooperation by State Public Bodies in Aid of Redevelopment Projects - Any state public body, as defined in Code Section 8-3-152,...

§ 8-4-10. Financial Aid From Federal Government; Security for Aid - An authority may borrow money or accept contributions from the...

§ 8-4-11. Bonds and Other Obligations as Legal Investments and Security - Bonds or other obligations issued by a housing authority in...

§ 8-4-12. Investment in Projects; Acquisition, Development, and Sale of Lands and Improvements in Project Areas - Notwithstanding any restriction or limitation on investments contained in any...

Chapter 5 - Art in State Buildings

§ 8-5-1. Short Title - This chapter shall be known and may be cited as...

§ 8-5-2. Legislative Purpose - The General Assembly finds and declares that the State of...

§ 8-5-3. Definitions - As used in this chapter, the term: History. Code 1981,...

§ 8-5-4. Gifts and Appropriations - History. Code 1981, § 8-5-4 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-5-5. Duties of the Art Council - In order to carry out the purposes of this chapter,...

§ 8-5-6. Purchases and Commissions Exempt From Bidding Requirements - Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, the selection and...

§ 8-5-7. Ownership Rights; Rights of Artists - History. Code 1981, § 8-5-7 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-5-8. Annual Report - In consultation with the director of the Office of Planning...

§ 8-5-9. Sale of Works of Art by State - If a work of art acquired pursuant to this chapter...

Chapter 6 - Construction Activity Prohibition on Abandoned Landfills

§ 8-6-1. Short Title - This chapter shall be known and may be cited as...

§ 8-6-2. Definitions - As used in this chapter, the term: History. Code 1981,...

§ 8-6-3. Division Landfill Records; Filing Notice of Existence of Landfill - History. Code 1981, § 8-6-3 , enacted by Ga. L....

§ 8-6-4. Permit Required for Construction of Building or Enclosed Structure; Exception - History. Code 1981, § 8-6-4 , enacted by Ga. L....

Chapter 7 - Pesticides in Public Buildings

§ 8-7-1. Use or Application of Pesticides in Public Buildings; Notice; Material Safety Data Sheets; Penalty - History. Code 1981, § 8-7-1 , enacted by Ga. L....

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