Hurricane Preparedness in Gordon County, GA (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Gordon County, Georgia.
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Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Gordon County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Flood Elevation
In unincorporated Gordon County, Georgia, new construction and substantial improvements in a special flood hazard area must have the lowest floor, including the basement, at least one foot above the base flood elevation, and the heating, air conditioning, electrical and plumbing equipment must sit at the same height. Section 4-282 sets that freeboard, and the building official checks it with an as-built elevation certificate.
Gordon County GA Flood Elevation Requirements
Some RestrictionsGordon County Code § 4-282
In all areas of special flood hazard the following provisions are required: ... (1)New construction and/or substantial improvements. Where base flood elevation data are available, new construction and/or substantial improvement of any structure or manufactured home shall have the lowest floor, including basement, elevated no lower than one (1) foot above the base flood elevation. Should solid f...
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