Simla trustees to discuss possible transfer of building duties to Elbert County
The discussion could affect how permits and inspections are handled within town limits, but the agenda calls for discussion rather than a vote.
Simla trustees are scheduled to discuss Tuesday whether Elbert County should take over the town’s building-department duties, a change that could affect how construction permits and inspections are handled within town limits.
The item is listed under unfinished business for the Board of Trustees’ 7 p.m. meeting on Sept. 22. The meeting agenda describes it as a “Discussion on having Elbert County take over Building Department for the Town” and does not schedule a vote.
The topic also appeared on the agenda for the trustees’ Aug. 11 meeting as a discussion about having the county take over building permits, according to the earlier town agenda.
Simla’s Building and Land Use information says the town reviews residential and commercial applications and conducts construction inspections. Electrical inspections are handled through the state. Elbert County’s permits information says its Building Department issues permits for construction, remodeling and repair projects in unincorporated Elbert County.
The available agendas do not identify a proposed agreement, effective date or changes to staffing, fees or inspection responsibilities. They also do not say whether Elbert County has agreed to assume any of Simla’s duties.