The Washington Main Street Staff is happy to assist prospective, new, and existing businesses within the Downtown District with navigating the process of starting a new business or growing an existing one!
|
Permits
Occupational Tax Certificate (Business License) Alcohol Permits Historic Preservation Commission Certificate of Appropriateness Sign Permit Building Inspection Fire Inspection Other Business Assistance Washington Wilkes Chamber of Commerce Small Business Development Center Codes & Ordinances |
Utilities
Washington Utilities - Water, Electricity, Trash, Sewer 102 E. Liberty St., Washington, GA 706-678-3277 Internet/Phone/Cable Relyant Communications 110 E. Liberty St., Washington, GA 706-678-4638 Events Special Event Permit |
Washington Permits and Licenses for New Businesses
|
Yoshe Jenkins
Code Enforcement 706-678-3277 x250 ytj@washingtonwilkes.org City Hall |
Jimmy Toto
Building Official/ Code Enforcement 706-678-3277 x254 buildingoff@washingtonwilkes.org City Hall |
Debbie Danner
City Clerk 706-678-3277 x229 debdan@washingtonwilkes.org City Hall |
Business License
Business licenses are issued at Washington City Hall. All operating businesses are required to hold a current license from the City of Washington. Licenses must be renewed on an annual basis. Contact Yoshe Jenkins for more information.
Sign Permit
Downtown businesses are required to obtain a sign permit before installing new building, window or accessory signage. Contact Yoshe Jenkins or Jimmy Toto for review and approval.
Certificate of Appropriateness
Any exterior change to a building within the city's Historic District requires a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) from the Washington Historic Preservation Commission. Exterior changes include the installation of new awnings, exterior painting, or any exterior facade changes. Contact Yoshe Jenkins for a COA application. It is advised that anyone obtaining a COA also check with the city building official, Jimmy Toto, to determine if a building permit is needed as well.
Pour License
In order to sell or distribute alcohol in the City of Washington, you must have a local Pour License. Contact Jimmy Toto to first determine your establishment's eligibility to serve alcoholic beverages. Then contact Debbie Danner for the next step in the process.
Fire Inspection
Contact Fire Chief C.J. Gilland for more information.
Utilities
|
Patricia Mills
Business Office 706-678-3752 x210 City Hall |
Brandy Thornton
Business Office 706-678-3752 x211 City Hall |
Application for Utility Services
The City of Washington provides water, electricity, and sewer service for the city. To begin service, complete the appropriate application and submit it to the utility staff at Washington City Hall, 102 E. Liberty Street.
Health Permit
A Health Permit is required for food services only. Contact the Health Inspector Johnny Wasson at 706-421-6890.
Location104 E. Liberty St., Washington, GA 30673
|
Contact UsDowntown Washington 104 E. Liberty Street 30673 Washington, GA mainstreet@washingtonwilkes.org http://www.downtownwashingtonga.com Telephone: 706-990-0000 |