Frequently Asked Questions
The following is a list of questions frequently asked by citizens. You may search for specific words or phases, or shorten the list by selecting a specific category.
Building Inspection & Code Enforcement
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Permits are the way the City of Rome/Floyd County regulates construction. There are several different types of permits, based on the type of construction:
• Building Permit: New construction, additions, alterations, remodels, tenant improvements, gazebos, patio covers, decks, house moves, most retaining walls, fences over 6 feet high, or repairs to either residential or non-residential structures.
• Electrical Permit: New installations, additions, extensions, alterations, changes, and fire and accident repairs of any electrical wiring and electrical equipment associated with a structure or project.
• Plumbing Permit: New installation, removal, alteration, repair, or replacement of any plumbing, gas, or drainage piping work, or any fixture or water heater or treating equipment in a building or premise.
• Mechanical Permit: New installations; alterations; repair; replacement; remodel; and/or removal of duct work, heating, venting, or air conditioning equipment (HVAC) and gas piping.
• Re-roof Permit: Re-roofing requires the replacement of any dry rot or fungus damaged wood and the replacement with new minimum Class A or B, 25 year roofing, flashing and ventilation of enclosed spaces.
• Demolition Permit: The complete demolition of an existing structure. |
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Most projects will require permits of some kind (building permits and/or other development Permits). This is necessary to ensure that all buildings meet minimum standards which protect its occupants and neighbors in everyday living and in the case of emergencies or natural disasters. Some minor projects are allowed without obtaining building permits. However, depending upon the project, other permits (development permits, encroachment permits, special activities permits, etc.) may be required. In either case, the construction of such projects should be in conformance with all applicable codes. Some of the projects which do not require a building permit are:
• Retaining walls or planter boxes which are no more than 4' in height (measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall) and do not support another structure, fence, or take on additional loads.
• Fences not greater than 6' high.
• Prefabricated swimming pools that are less than 24 inches deep.
• Single story detached buildings used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses, etc., as long as the floor area does not exceed 120 square feet and does not have plumbing or electricity.
Minor improvements typically not needing a permit:
• Interior or exterior painting
• Installing draperies or blinds
• Installing carpeting or resilient floor covering
• Building or installing movable counters, cases or partitions.
• Building uncovered concrete patios
These examples are only some of the exempted projects which are listed in various code books. Not all exempted projects have been included.
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Generally, yes unless the work is included in the list of exempted work. |
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If you begin construction without the required permit(s), a Stop Work Order will immediately be issued by an Inspector. You will be required to apply for the permit(s) and pay additional fees (twice the amount of the permit fee). After the permit has been properly issued, you will then be required to uncover any work which has been covered so that it may be inspected prior to the release of the Stop Work Order. In some cases, regulations or codes may not permit the type of construction that has been done. In this case, you would be required to reconstruct to comply with Codes. |
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Permits are issued by the Rome/Floyd County Inspections Department located at 607 Broad Street Rome, Georgia. The Inspection Department is open Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. You can contact the Customer Service Building Team by calling (706) 236-4483.
On some simple jobs, a permit can be obtained during the first visit. However, in most circumstances, more time will be needed to review the plans in detail prior to issuing any permits.
A minimum of one complete set of plans are required to obtain permits for most residential projects. Two or more sets are needed for Commercial projects or projects which require other permits. Staff at the Customer Service Center can assist you with the requirements for your specific project. In general, however, a complete set includes (but is not necessarily limited to):
• Site Plan - showing the position of the proposed project in relation to existing buildings, property lines, right of ways, and any easements.
• Foundation Plan - indicating the type, size and location of new foundations or footings.
• Floor Plan - detailing the location of walls, supports, size and location of doors, windows, electrical outlets, heaters, plumbing fixtures, smoke detectors, and the square footage of the project. Again, as with the plot plan, what is existing and what is proposed to be built should be clearly noted.
• Roof Framing - Clearly indicating the size and methods of assembly of roof rafters and ceiling joists, or truss layout. Typically, roof slope and roofing materials are called out on this plan.
• Floor Framing - Clearly indicating the size and methods of assembly of all floor framing members. Floor joists, girders and sub floor size along with foundation connections should be shown on this plan.
• Cross Sections - Clearly indicating ceiling heights, wall construction, and R-value of any insulation to be used.
• Exterior Elevations - Clearly showing how the exterior of the building will look upon completion. Doors, windows, exterior material, etc. should be shown.
• Energy Calculations - Any time conditioned (heated or cooled) space is added to a building you are required to show compliance with the 2006 International Energy Conservation Code by submitting energy calculations.
• Structural Calculations - Structural calculations may be required if your project is of large size, unusual shape and/or more than two stories in height. These calculations allow the Building Division to verify that structural elements are adequately sized and connected. A lateral analysis is generally required on large projects to determine the capacity of the building to resist lateral motion caused by earthquakes or wind. This portion of the project must be prepared by a licensed engineer.
• Statement of special inspections is needed for commercial plans. |
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The following criteria are required for development in Rome/Floyd County:
• 2006 International Building, Residential, Mechanical, Fuel Gas ,Plumbing, Energy Code and 2008 National Electrical Code.
• City/County codes, except for fire sprinkler requirements, mirror Georgia State Minimum Standard Codes listed on Georgia Department of Community Affairs Website: www.dca.state.ga.us/development/constructioncodes/
• Codes include Georgia DCA amendments made by the state and amendments supersede the codes.
• Seismic Design Category C
• Wind speed: 90 m.p.h. (3-second gust)
• Soil bearing capacity of 1500 psf (without soils investigation)
• Frost depth: " minimum 12”
• Ground snow load: 8 lbs per sq. ft.
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When applying for a permit, the following information is required to complete the permit submittal:
• Description of the work
• Location of the project (address)
• Legal owner's name, address and phone number
• Valuation of the proposed work (commonly, what it would cost to hire a contractor to do the work or, insurance replacement value) |
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Plans, drawings and specifications may be prepared by anyone for the following projects:
• Single-family dwellings of commonly accepted materials and methods of construction
• Private garages, carports, or other accessory structures appurtenant to residential buildings
• Any project meeting O.C.G.A. § 43-4-14 (2007)
If any portion of any structure exempted by this section deviates from substantial compliance with conventional framing requirements, that portion must be designed by a licensed design professional. |
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Permits may be issued to:
• Property owners (for work on owner occupied single family house)
• Contractors and sub-contractors
Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, and Electrical contractors must all have a current State of Georgia license in order to obtain a permit. |
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Permit issuance periods vary. Some projects, such as re-roofs, water heaters, window replacements, etc., can be fully permitted over-the-counter, meaning a return trip won't be needed. Other projects, however, require that plans be left for additional review. Most single-family dwelling, duplexes, and garages can be plan checked within 1 - 2 days time, with longer time frames for commercial projects. |
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It is your responsibility to call us for inspections at specific times during construction, to make sure the inspections are made.
During the construction phase, inspections by Staff are required prior to:
• Placing concrete or grout
• Covering electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work
• Covering floor framing
• Covering interior sides of wall framing, rough electrical, plumbing and mechanical
• Final inspection and issuance of Certificate of Occupancy prior to occupying the building
Special inspections: Are necessary for specific structural conditions and require inspection by an approved third party agency. Inspections are also required prior to connecting to, or the hook-up of:
• Gas lines
• Electrical service
• Water and sewer services
These inspections are required to insure that the construction is proceeding according to the approved plans and project conditions-of-approval, and/or that all current code standards are being met. In turn, this will help to insure your personal safety and to secure the value of the improvement.
It is your responsibility to schedule all inspections. An appointment must be made at least one working day in advance. During busy construction months, you may want to schedule several days in advance. Periodic inspections must be scheduled until the project is completed and final approval is given by the Department. After the job has received a final inspection, the building permit will be kept on file. |
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Property owners may do work on their own property, but all codes and ordinances must be met.
The property owner will need to fill out an "Owner-Builder" statement prior to the issuance of a permit. |
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Generally, permits expire after 180 days if no inspections have been made. In order for the project to be complete, it must pass inspection. When all of the requirements have been verified, all habitable structures where permitted work has occurred will be issued a Certificate of Occupancy. A Certificate of Occupancy must be issued prior to the structure or space being occupied or used. If a permit expires before final inspection, the project is in violation of codes. If this is the case, call (706) 236-4481. We'll help you to reactivate the permit when possible or apply for another with as little inconvenience as possible. Our interest is in seeing your project complete...including final inspection. |
City Clerk
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The City Clerk's Office is located on the lobby floor inside the City Hall/Auditorium Building at the corner of Broad Street and W. 6th Avenue. The physical address is 601 Broad Street. |
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The City Clerk's Office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm except on holidays. |
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The City Clerk's Office accepts cash, a local "Rome" check (for current charges only), money order, cashier's check, and a VISA or MasterCard debit/credit card. |
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You may call the Police Collections Clerk at 706-236-4462 between the hours of 8:00AM and 5:00PM Monday through Friday except on holidays. |
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Citations that do not require court attendance can be paid up until 12:00 noon on your court date. |
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The court date is listed on the front of your citation in Section IV (Summons). |
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Municipal Court begins promptly at 12:45pm. |
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Municipal Court is located on the first floor of the Rome/Floyd County Law Enforcement Center at the corner of W. 5th Avenue and W. 1st Street at 5 Government Plaza. |
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The City Clerk's Office does not accept partial payments for citations. |
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Citations that do not require court attendance or proof of insurance verification can be paid online. To learn more, visit:
Online Court Payments |
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The City of Rome has a night deposit box located beside the Water Billing drive through window at the City Hall/Auditorium Building, 601 Broad Street. |
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If the accident occurred inside the City limits of Rome, you may obtain a copy of the accident report from the Rome Municipal Court Records Section. Please contact their office at 706-238-5155 for further information. |
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Business License applications may be completed with the assistance of the Business License Inspector in the City Clerk's Office on the lobby floor in the City Hall/Auditorium building at 601 Broad Street. |
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The cost of a Business License varies in cost based on the type of Business License you are applying for, the estimated gross revenue, and the number of employees. For more information, please contact the Business License Inspector directly at 706-236-4459. |
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A City Business License is not required if your business is located outside the City limits in Floyd County. However, many financial institutions require a Business License in order to open a business bank account. Fore more information, please contact the Business License Inspector directly at 706-236-4459. |
City FAQs (General)
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In response to the City of Rome's petition to the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) for a modification to the current non-statutory water use restrictions (Level IV) established by the State, a Level IVc modification has been approved within the City's service area through December 31, 2008.
Under Level IVc, all outdoor water uses are allowed on an odd/even basis, three days per week between midnight and 10:00am. Odd addresses may water on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays; even addresses on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
The City of Rome is still within the Drought Response Level IV area, but this modification allows for all types of outdoor watering including lawn care maintenance, gardening, automobile washing, and pool maintenance.
For additional questions, please visit the Georgia EPD website www.gaepd.com and click on "Drought and Water Use Information" for a list of frequently asked questions or call the Drinking Water Compliance Program at 404-656-4807 or Water Withdrawal Permitting Program at 404-765-6326. More...
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New water customers in the City can open an account for both water service and garbage pick up at the Water Billing Office on the bottom floor of City Hall. More info... |
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The City's Solid Waste Collections department handles garbage collection and recycling. To sign up for curbside garbage collection, apply through the Water Billing office when establishing your water utilities. More info... |
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As part of city-wide garbage collection, the City also offers curbside recycling. More info... |
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The Visitor Information Center is located in the train depot beside the Civic Center on Jackson Hill (across from Applebee's. More info... |
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Floyd County's Emergency Management Agency handles emergency/disaster county-wide. More info... |
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The Community Resource Directory has some information for utility services More info... |
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The Rome City Board of Education website has information on schools within the City limits. More info... |
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The water billing office is located at 601 Broad Street in City Hall. The office is open Monday-Friday from 8:00am-5:00pm. More info... |
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According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the Census 2000 total population for Rome was 34,980 people. More recent population estimates from 2006 project 36,142 people are living in Rome. More info... |
Community Development
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Yes, we currently partner with Appalachian Housing Redevelopment Corporation and have established a minor repair program. You must own your own home and be 62 years of age or older to be eligible. |
Downtown Parking
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Yes. Will result in a $10 citation. |
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No. Chapter 12, Section 12-277 (a)of The Code of the City of Rome, Georgia states: "No person shall ride a bicycle on a sidewalk within a business district". |
Engineering
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If the property is located within the City of Rome, contact Mr. Randall Carver at 706-378-3842. |
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Yes. The following link will provide available digital files including survey plats, and engineering drawings. More... |
Environmental Planning
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706/236-4674. Environmental Services Department |
Fire
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The Chief's Office (Business) Phone number is 706/236-4500 |
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Contact Fire Chief's Office at 706/236-4500 |
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Contact Fire Chief's Office at: 706/236-4500 |
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Contact Human Resources Office at 706/ 236-4450 More... |
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Contact the Fire Marshal's Office at 706/236-4510 |
Geographical Information System (GIS)
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GIS or Geographic Information System is a set of digital maps with tabular data in the form of databases attached to them. Other databases can also be linked to the items on the map. More... |
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We do not sell maps or data for a profit, but we do charge a fee to recover material and administrative cost of reproducing maps and/or distributing data. Click here for fee schedule... |
Historic Preservation
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Historic preservation is the process of maintaining and repairing existing historic materials and retaining a property's form as it has evolved over time. The United States Department of Interior states that "Preservation calls for the existing form, materials, features, and detailing of a property to be retained and preserved. This may include preliminary measures to protect and stabilize it prior to undertaking other work -- or protection and stabilization may be an end in itself, for example, in an archaeological project." Historic Preservation is a vital tool in the effort to save historic buildings and locales. |
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A Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) is a certification that states that the proposed work meets the adopted design guidelines and is appropriate for the local historic district. A COA allows a property owner to obtain building permits and proceed with work in a local historic district. COAs are required for all material exterior changes to designated historic properties and all properties located in designated local historic districts. |
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Yes! Local designation does, however, require that the Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) review and approve exterior changes to designated properties. Local designation does not prevent updating or refurbishing properties to suit modern needs; it simply ensures that such changes are historically appropriate. |
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The Rome Historic Preservation Commission is the local agency that functions as official steward of historic resources in the City of Rome. The City Commission appoints HPC members, who are all residents of the county with special education, experience, and/or interest in historic preservation. The duties of the HPC include making recommendations for the designation of local historic districts, promoting heritage preservation, educating the public on preservation related issues, and reviewing plans for exterior changes to properties in designated districts to ensure that the proposed changes meet the adopted design guidelines. More... |
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Section 23-181 of Rome’s historic preservation ordinance allows staff to approve minor changes and maintenance. An application for administrative review may be submitted to the Historic Preservation Office during regular business hours. Most applications will be reviewed on the day of submittal; however, some applications may require more time to review. Work which may be reviewed administratively includes work to sustain the existing form or to correct deterioration, replacement of roofing materials, minor landscaping, construction or removal of decks, construction or removal of signs and awnings, and demolition, relocation, location, construction, or removal of non-historic secondary structures under 20' × 20 in size. |
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Yes. The commission reviews all work to the exterior of all resources in the district. A non-historic (non-contributing) resource is one that is less then 50 years old or a building that is over 50 years old that has lost its integrity. The commission applies the same standards to all resources in the district. Typically, because historic material does not exist or has been lost, when the commission reviews work on non-historic buildings it is looking at issues like size, massing and placement to determine how these affect the adjacent resources and the district overall. |
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Ordinary maintenance and repairs are not reviewed by the HPC. Ordinary maintenance does not change the external appearance of the resource except through the elimination of the usual and expected effects of weathering. Any change of materials or design must be approved prior to the work being performed; however, some project may be approved through the administrative review process. Examples of ordinary maintenance include reglazing broken windows and repainting a previously painted structure. |
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No. The Historic Preservation Commission only reviews work that is initiated by the property owner. |
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No. The Historic Preservation Commission only reviews work to the exterior of a resource. If the work you are doing on the interior will affect the exterior of the resource, such as closing up a window or moving a doorway, you may have to show the commission the plans for the interior work to explain why the changes are being made to the exterior. This would be viewed as supporting documentation. |
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Yes. Rome’s preservation ordinance includes landscaping as an exterior material change; however, many landscaping projects can be approved through the administrative review process. Additionally, minor changes do not need to be reviewed; only significant landscape features. Significant landscape features include large trees, fences, drive and walk ways, stone walls, old shrubs that define property lines in a neighborhood, a historic garden designed by a known landscape architect, and parks and large play areas. |
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NO! The Historic Preservation Commission does not regulate paint color. Property owners are encouraged to select paints from a “traditional” or “heritage” palette of colors that are appropriate for the style and time period of the building to be painted. Most paint manufactures provide specific palettes for each housing style. |
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There are three types of historic district designations: The National Register of Historic places, the State Register of Historic Sites and local historic districts. National and State register designations are purely honorary. They do not protect historic properties from alteration or demolition, except when federal or state funds are being used or when federal licenses are required. Local historic district designation is the only way to protect historic properties. This is done by adopting a preservation ordinance, designating a local historic district, and appointing a Historic Preservation Commission. The commission reviews work to the exterior of a resource in a district to ensure that original historic materials are retained and that a proposed project’s design is in keeping with the massing, materials, style and time period of the house. |
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No. The historic preservation ordinance is a local law and compliance by property owners is mandatory. Neither local nor state preservation laws require the consent of property owners for the designation of a local historic district. Public hearings are required prior to designation of a district, and all property owners have a right to be heard; however, once a district is designated property owners may not “opt out” of the district or compliance with the preservation ordinance. |
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Age is just one consideration when determining if a property is historic. The U.S. Secretary of the Interior has developed eligibility criteria for the National Register of Historic Places that is also used for evaluating properties in local historic districts. According to the criteria, a historic resource is typically 50 years old or older and is noteworthy for its association with a significant person or event, for its design or construction techniques and/or for its information potential. In designating local historic properties and districts, criteria for designation may reflect the priorities of the local community; however, the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards are generally used at the local level as well. |
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There is no “yes or no” answer to this question since it depends on the feature, its design, and material. However, there are some things that a property owner can do to ensure that they are getting the best advice and best price when repairing historic features. First, it is important to get an estimate on the work from a contractor that has experience working with historic resources. Contractors without historic preservation experience typically recommend wholesale replacement of historic materials because they do not have an understanding of how they work or where to get them. Sometimes more simple solutions that are most cost-effective can be found. Second, it is important to find companies that manufacture features that are compatible with historic buildings at reasonable costs. Such companies can be found through the Internet or advertisements in magazines like the Old House Journal. You may not be able to walk into a chain home improvement store like Home Depot or Lowe’s to get the material you need, though even they are beginning to carry more products for historic buildings. Third, preservation isn’t about the cheap quick fix, it is about investing in a property so that it will withstand the test of time. Investing in quality materials up front is often more cost-effective in the long run. After all, the wood windows in a historic home have probably been in service for over 100 years — and that is a pretty good return on the initial investment. |
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Yes. According to the local preservation ordinance and state law, the commission reviews all work to the exterior of the building — the ordinance does not distinguish as to the location of the work. |
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Yes. Violations of any provisions of the preservation ordinance may be treated in the same manner as violations of other validly enacted ordinances of the city. |
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No! A number of states across the country, including Georgia, Michigan, Texas, Wisconsin and Virginia, have conducted studies comparing property values in a designated local historic district to the property values in a comparable non-designated district. The results are consistent. Property values never decrease in designated districts. They sometimes remain the same but more typically they increase—sometimes significantly. Local historic district designation is regarded as a protection on the investments made to properties in the district. Because reviewing work in the district stabilizes the neighborhood, historic districts become desirable locations and resale values also increase. Other benefits for local historic district designation include legal protection for historic resources, preservation tax incentives, economic development, community revitalization and diversity, availability of grants to fund projects, increased tourism revenue, local job creation and a better quality of life. |
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Yes. If a property is listed, or eligible to be listed, on the National Register it may be eligible for federal and/or state historic preservation tax credit programs, go to the SHPO’s website at http://www.gashpo.org/ for more details. |
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Yes. Rome’s historic preservation ordinance provides a process for the modification of the boundaries of the local historic district. |
Planning
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The Planning Commission meets on the 1st Thursday of each month at 2:30 pm in the Sam King Room of Rome City Hall/Auditorium located at 601 Broad Street. |
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The Board of Adjustments meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 2:00 pm in the Sam King Room located in the city hall at 601 Broad Street. |
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The zoning of your property depends on its location. Zoning maps are available for viewing at the Rome-Floyd County Planning Department or online at gis.romega.us. You may also contact the Zoning Administrator at 706/236-4675 to determine the zoning district of a particular piece of property. The property tax ID number (or PIN) may need to be provided to accurately determine the zoning district. |
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A variance modifies development standards for the size or location of a structure. Maximum height of structures, setbacks from public streets or property lines and minimum lot width may be considered for variances. Applications are available from the Rome-Floyd County Planning Department located on the second floor of the Carnegie Building at 607 Broad Street. A pre-application meeting with the Zoning Administrator or Planning Director is required before an application can be processed. You may also contact the Zoning Administrator at 706/236-4675. |
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Applications for rezoning a parcel are available from the Rome-Floyd County Planning Department located on the second floor of the Carnegie Building at 607 Broad Street. A pre-application meeting with the Zoning Administrator or Planning Director is required before an application can be processed. You may also contact the Zoning Administrator at 706/236-4675. |
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A home occupation is the use of a residential property for office or business purposes incidental and secondary to the residential use. The ULDC permits a variety of home businesses and home offices that are compatible with residential neighborhoods. Please refer to section 4.2.3 of the Unified Land Development Code for restrictions on home offices or residential businesses, or call the Zoning Administrator at 706/236-4675. |
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Contact the Tax Department at 706/291-5146 for the name of the owner and address as listed on the tax rolls. |
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The Engineering Departments for the City of Rome and Floyd County are responsible for assigning street addresses in their respective jurisdictions. |
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Only a licensed Land Surveyor or a Registered Civil Engineer licensed to practice surveying in the State of Georgia can precisely locate property lines. If the property line must be precisely located, such as for construction of a fence or wall, a licensed professional Land Surveyor or Registered Civil Engineer should perform the lot survey. The City/County does not provide this service. |
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A zoning verification form is needed for new constructions; new use of a building, structure and/or land; erecting, raising, moving, reconstructing, extending or enlarging any building, structure or part thereof. |
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The Rome-Floyd County Planning Department issues zoning verification forms for property located within the City of Rome and unincorporated areas of Floyd County. This department is located on the second floor of the Carnegie Building at 607 Broad Street. Zoning verification forms can not be issued via fax, phone, or email. |
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Minimum setbacks are the required distances between a structure and the property lines. Setbacks vary depending on Zoning District. Contact the Zoning Administrator at 706/236-4675 for individual property requirements. |
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Sometimes due to the nature of the construction or the layout of a piece of land you may not be able to meet the required district setbacks. You would then need to apply for a Variance. Variance cases are heard by the Board of Adjustments. Contact the Zoning Administrator at 706/236-4675 for application procedures. |
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Manufactured homes on individual lots are allowed by right only in the A-R Zoning District in Floyd County. Manufactured homes on individual lots may also be allowed with a special use permit in the S-R Zoning District in the City of Rome and Floyd County. |
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To report a potential violation, you can call the Building Inspections Department at 706/236-4481 or you can fill out a complaint form. These forms are available at the Building Inspections Department office. You must provide the owners name, address and the nature of the complaint. These complaint forms can remain anonymous. |
Police
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You may file a complaint, commendation, or suggestion online. You may also come to the Police Department and speak to a Supervisor. More... |
Public Facilities
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The City Auditorium is located at 601 Broad Street in historic downtown Rome. When you enter from the main entrance on Broad Street,the City Auditorium is located on the lobby floor. |
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Mr. Jim Belzer, Facilities Supervisor, may be reached at 706/236-4416. |
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The Facilities Supervisor's office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00AM to 5:00PM except on holidays. |
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For information on rental fees and rules/regulations, please contact Mr. Jim Belzer, Facilities Supervisor, at 706/236-4416. |
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The seating capacity of the City Auditorium is 1,106. |
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Yes. For more information, please contact Mr. Jim Belzer, Facilities Supervisor, at 706/236-4416. |
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Yes. For more information regarding access to the City Auditorium, please contact the Mr. Jim Belzer, Facilities Supervisor at 706/236-4416. |
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Yes. There is a separate rental fee for use of the grand piano. For rental fee information, please contact Mr. Jim Belzer, Facilities Supervisor, at 706/236-4416. |
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An Auditorium Monitor is provided to operate the normal sound and lighting operations. However, any performance that requires special effects for sound and lights must be approved by Mr. Jim Belzer, Facilities Supervisor, at 706/236-4416, when the rental contract is completed. |
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No. The renter is responsible for providing their own security personnel for performances, and the security personnel must be approved prior to the performance by Mr. Jim Belzer, Facilities Supervisor, at 706/236-4416. |
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The Rome Civic Center is located at 400 Civic Center Drive directly behind the Greater Rome Convention and Visitor's Bureau office, which overlooks Turner McCall Boulevard. |
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Mr. Jim Belzer, Facilities Supervisor, may be reached at 706/236-4416. |
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The Facilities Supervisor's Office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00AM to 5:00PM except on holidays. |
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For information on rental fees and rules/regulations, please contact Mr. Jim Belzer, Facilities Supervisor, at 706/236-4416. |
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Without tables and chairs set up, the capacity of the large room is 350, and the small room is 100. With tables and chairs set up, the seating capacity of the large room is 250, and the small room is 80. |
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Yes. For more information regarding the sizes of tables and chairs, please contact Mr. Jim Belzer, Facilities Supervisor, at 706/236-4416. |
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Yes. For more information on rental fees and rules/regulations, please contact Mr. Jim Belzer, Facilities Supervisor, at 706/236-4416. |
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Yes. For more information regarding rental fees and rules/regulations for the barbecue house, please contact Mr. Jim Belzer, Facilities Supervisor, at 706/236-4416. |
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Yes. For more information regarding access to the Rome Civic Center, please contact Mr. Jim Belzer, Facilities Supervisor, at 706/236-4416. |
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No. The renter is responsible for providing their own security personnel for events, and the security personnel must be approved prior to the event by Mr. Jim Belzer, Facilities Supervisor, at 706/236-4416. |
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The Rome Senior Citizen's Center is located at 406 Riverside Parkway,which can be accessed from Turner McCall Boulevard. |
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Mr. Jim Belzer, Facilities Supervisor, may be reached at 706/236-4416. |
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The Facilities Supervisor's Office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00AM to 5:00PM except on holidays. |
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For information regarding rental fees and rules/regulations, please contact Mr. Jim Belzer, Facilities Supervisor, at 706/236-4416. |
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The capacity of the banquet room is 100. |
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Yes. For more information regarding rental fees and rules/regulations, please contact Mr. Jim Belzer, Facilities Supervisor, at 706/236-4416. |
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Yes. For more information regarding access to the Rome Senior Citizen's Center, please contact Mr. Jim Belzer, Facilities Supervisor, at 706/236-4416. |
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The office of Mr. Jim Belzer, Facilities Supervisor, is located on the lobby floor of the City Hall/Auditorium Building at 601 Broad Street in historic downtown Rome. |
Public Works
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Street closing requests must be presented to the Public Works Director and forwarded to the Public Works Committee and City Commission for approval by Resolution and Ordinance. More... |
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The procedure for having curb and gutter installed on your street is attached. More... |
Solid Waste Collections
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Because of the freon that are in refrigerators, air conditioners and freezers, the City is not able to pick these items up unless the freon has been removed by a licensed technician. Contact the Rome Floyd Recycling Center for more info. |
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Yes but they must be placed at the street in front of your residence. |
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If the paint cans are empty and the lids removed and contents dry it can go in the garbage otherwise contact the Rome Floyd Recycling Center. |
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No. Tires must be taken to the Walker Mtn. Landfill or contact a tire store in your area on how to dispose of tires. |
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Only if it does not exceed 500 lbs or does not exceed 8 feet in length. Anything above 500 lbs has a set fee to collect. |
Streets & Drainage
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If the ditch across your property is part of the City easement (or right way), we are responsible for maintaining the flow of water. |
Transit
Water & Sewer
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In response to the City of Rome's petition to the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) for a modification to the current non-statutory water use restrictions (Level IV) established by the State, a Level IVc modification has been approved within the City's service area through December 31, 2008.
Under Level IVc, all outdoor water uses are allowed on an odd/even basis, three days per week between midnight and 10:00am. Odd addresses may water on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays; even addresses on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
The City of Rome is still within the Drought Response Level IV area, but this modification allows for all types of outdoor watering including lawn care maintenance, gardening, automobile washing, and pool maintenance.
For additional questions, please visit the Georgia EPD website www.gaepd.com and click on "Drought and Water Use Information" for a list of frequently asked questions or call the Drinking Water Compliance Program at 404-656-4807 or Water Withdrawal Permitting Program at 404-765-6326.
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Yes, fluoride is added to produce an average concentration of approximately 1 mg/L for dental protection. |
Water Billing
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Water bills may be paid on-line or at the water billing office located at 601 Broad Street in the basement of City Hall. The office is open Monday-Friday from 8:00am-5:00pm. |
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You may pay on-line, use the drive through window, bring your payment inside, sign up for bank draft, mail, night deposit drop box or pay with a credit card over the telephone. |
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8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday-Friday |
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There is an application for Water & Sewer Service on this web site. Simply print the form, fill out completely and bring form with you to the Water Billing Department at 601 Broad St. You may also come inside the office and see a customer service representative. Download Water/Sewer Service. . . |
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The amount of your deposit is based on the location of service and which services are provided there. Please refer to our section on rates and charges for more information. |
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Yes, but you must first pay up any unpaid water bills in your name. If the deposit at your new address is more than the old address, you must pay the difference. |
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We require one day's notice to turn on new service, however if you come in by 2:00pm, we will try to turn your water service on the same day. |
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You may pick up an application at the Water Billing Office, request one be mailed to you or print out the form on this website and return it to our office. Download Bank Draft. . . |
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You have an estimate of five to six weeks from the date the bill was calculated until you are cut off for non-payment. Check you bill each month for a previous balance and if your bill shows one, pay immediately. Your cut off date will be printed on your bill. |
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Yes, we allow two extensions during the calendar year, but you must come in person to the Water Billing Office to sign for the extension. |
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You may receive two notices, the first from your bank and the second from the Water Billing Office. When you receive the letter from us, you have seven (7) working days to come pick up the check. You must pay the amount of the check and all fees in full with cash. We do not accept a check for a check. If the returned check is marked "Account Closed" or if the check was for a security deposit, your water service will be terminated immediately. |
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Call the Water Billing Dept. at 706-236-4440 to see if your water has been cut off for non-payment. After business hours, call 706-236-4560. Another possibility may be a main break in the system. |
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The amount of your water bill depends upon several factors such as number of people in your household, number of bathrooms, whether your address is inside the City limits or outside, whether you do outside watering. Your solid waste charge may also show on your water bill. |
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Yes, we will adjust the sewer portion of your bill for leaks and filling a swimming pool. You can get two sewer adjustments for any given leak and one adjustment for filling a pool. |
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Call the Solid Waste Department at 706-236-4580. Water Billing will set up the garbage charges when you sign for your water account, but any changes afterwards must go through the Solid Waste Department. |
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You must first fill out an application form at the Water Billing office or simply print out the form on this website and return to Water Billing. Once the application is reviewed by the Operations Center, someone will call you to let you know if it was approved or denied. Then you must come to the Water Billing Office to pay the cost. Preliminary Service Connection. . . |
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