Office of Planning and Zoning

General Information

The City of Hinesville 's Zoning Ordinance was enacted to promote the health, safety, morals, convenience, order, prosperity, and general welfare of its citizens .

Frequently Asked Questions

What is my property zoned?
Is my property located in a flood zone area?
Where can I place an accessory building/structure on my property?
How do I get approval to display a banner?
How do I get a sign permit for my business?

For answers to the above, e-mail your request to the Planning and Zoning Office or call us at (912) 408-2030.

Commercial Site Development

The Office of Planning and Zoning has compiled a Commercial Development Packet for your convenience. This packet contains the following information :

Water and Sewer Computation Sheet
Erosion and Sediment Control Plan Review Checklist
Subdivision Regulations
Requirements for the erection of signs
Off-Street Parking and Loading
Drainage, Erosion and Sediment Control
Storm Water Management Design Checklist
Section 602: Buffer Strips
Section 603: Curb Cuts and Access Points
Land Clearing and Tree Protection Ordinance #1999-13

To order this packet, e-mail the Office of Planning and Zoning or call
(912) 876-4147.

City Zones Land Use Districts

All Land Use Districts in the City of Hinesville have various setback requirements. For complete information regarding districts and setback requirements, e-mail your request to the Office of Planning and Zoning or contact us by telephone at (912) 408-2030.

Tree Ordinance

The City of Hinesville passed their "Land Clearing and Tree Protection Ordinance" (Ordinance No. 1999-13) on November 4, 1999. For complete information regarding the preservation or removal of existing trees on your property, e-mail your request to the Office of Planning and Zoning or contact us by telephone at (912) 408-2030.