Frequently Asked Questions

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 Yes. If you’re building a dock that originates from a parcel that you own, you must obtain a Revocable License from the Georgia DNR and an Individual Permit from the Army Corps. of Engineers.  Please contact our office to arrange a site visit so one of our Project Managers can guide you through the process and ensure compliance of your project. 

Yes. If you have an existing dock on a parcel that you own, you must obtain a modification to your DNR and Army Corps. of Engineers permits. If the dock structure does not have an existing permit, it will require a new permit.

Maybe. Before you begin any maintenance activity to your structure, please contact our office to discuss your specific situation to ensure compliance with your project. 

Yes, shoreline stabilization activities such as bulkheads, rip rap, and living shoreline require a Coastal Marshlands Protection Act permit and a Nationwide Permit.

The permit process can vary depending on the complexity of your project. However, it takes approximately 6-8 months to obtain the necessary permits for a private dock and approximately 14-18 months to obtain a Coastal Marshland Protection Act permit. 

Yes, Georgia has a 25' buffer from the delineated Coastal Marshlands Protection Act Jurisdiction line. Some counties also have marsh buffers, the size of these buffer differ between counties. Contact us today to determine if a buffer applies to your property or if you qualify for an exemption from the marsh buffer.