Macon County Building Department

10/19/2026

09/26/2026

I know alot of people do not know this ,but it is something to rhink about
🤍 Code Enforcement Officer Appreciation Month right around the corner (October), please share this video so we can honor those who we have lost.

🎥 In Their Honor: https://youtu.be/_tPcFEopGmU

06/29/2026

Upcoming in Macon County.

06/25/2026

Recertification. Have had it for a few years

06/25/2026

Another one Completed

01/29/2026

Here is a little information for today.

The difference between grounded and ungrounded electrical outlets. The top diagram shows a properly grounded outlet with a three-prong plug, where the hot wire carries current, the neutral wire completes the circuit, and the grounding wire provides a safety path for stray electricity. The green grounding wire connects to the outlet’s grounding terminal, reducing the risk of electrical shocks. In contrast, the bottom diagram depicts an ungrounded outlet with only two prongs, lacking a dedicated grounding wire. This type of wiring is older and does not provide protection against electrical faults. The absence of a ground wire increases the risk of electrical shocks or damage to connected devices in case of a fault. Grounded outlets are now the standard in modern electrical systems to enhance safety. It is advisable to upgrade ungrounded outlets to grounded ones to comply with current electrical codes and ensure a safer home environment.

01/22/2026

May want to know an upcoming event.

01/17/2026

Everyone get ready

Winter Storm Warning in effect for Twiggs, Wilkinson, Macon, Peach, Houston, Bleckley, Laurens, Sumter, Dooly Crisp, Pulaski, Wilcox, and Dodge counties, 1-3 inches of snowfall is likely, in effect from 3am - 1pm Sunday. Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for the majority of SGA, snowfall totals look to be around an inch, lasting from 4am-12pm Sunday,

01/09/2026

Mini Split HVAC UNITS

In Georgia, installing a typical mini‑split (whether bought at Lowe’s or online) is legally “conditioned air contracting” work, and when done as a job for hire it must be performed by a Georgia‑licensed Conditioned Air Contractor (HVAC contractor). So if it is installed by the homeowner in their own house it can be looked at it as they do it yourself a permit still should be purchased per municipalities. If the unit unit is installed and purchased for a commercial building it must be installed by a licensed contractor and a purchase of a permit is required.

Georgia HVAC licensing frameworkGeorgia regulates HVAC under the State Construction Industry Licensing Board, “Conditioned Air Contractors” division; anyone who contracts for or performs conditioned air work independently is required to hold a Class I or Class II Conditioned Air license.

01/02/2026

New CODES are HERE

MEMORANDUM

FROM: Ted Miltiades, Director Office of Construction Codes and Industrialized Buildings

DATE: January 2, 2026

SUBJECT: IB - New Mandatory State Codes and Georgia Amendments, Effective January 1, 2026

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The Department of Community Affairs has adopted new mandatory State Minimum Standard Codes with Georgia Amendments, which became effective on January 1, 2026.

The new codes and amendments are as follows:

2024 International Residential Code (IRC) with Georgia Amendments

2024 International Building Code (IBC) with Georgia Amendments

2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) with Georgia Amendments

2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) with Georgia Amendments

2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) with Georgia Amendments

2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) with Georgia Amendments

2024 International Fire Code (IFC) as adopted by the Safety Fire Commissioner

2026 Georgia Amendments to the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC)

All 2026 Georgia modular plans submitted to the Department for "approval" or as "file for record" on or after April 1, 2026, must list the above referenced codes on their cover sheets. QC Manuals should be revised to reflect the adopted codes.

Note: Georgia modular plans submitted in 2025 may be used for manufacturing and labeling modular units through March 31, 2026.

The 2015 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) with Georgia Amendments will remain as other IECC editions are reviewed for adoption.

If you need further assistance regarding these changes, please contact the Department of Community Affairs, Office of Construction Codes and Industrialized Buildings, at 404-679-3118 or by email at [email protected]

Thanks You
Community Development Director

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Code Officer