Brooks County Code of Ordinances

Development Services Division

610 South Highland Road, Quitman, Georgia 31643
Office #: (229) – 263 – 5561

Mission Statement

The Brooks County Development Services Division administers and enforces county policies, ordinances, and regulations related to land use, development, and construction. The Division implements the County’s adopted Comprehensive Plan and applicable state and local codes to promote public health, safety, welfare, and orderly growth.

Division Staff

The Development Services Division is staffed by trained professionals with comprehensive knowledge of planning, zoning, permitting, building inspections, code enforcement, and fire prevention. While each staff member maintains specialized expertise in specific functional areas, all personnel are cross-trained to support multiple aspects of Development Services operations.
This cross-functional approach ensures continuity of service, operational efficiency, and responsive customer support. Staff are able to assist with a variety of development-related needs while applying specialized knowledge as required to ensure accurate review, consistent enforcement, and compliance with applicable policies, ordinances, and codes.

Jarod Lanier – Division Manager (Commercial Development)

E-Mail: jlanier@brookscountyga.gov | Work #: (229) – 305 – 4459

Justin Gibbs – Inspector (Zoning/Code Enforcement)

E-Mail: jgibbs@brookscountyga.gov | Work #: (229) – 305 – 1691

Terrance Vinson – Inspector (Building/Permitting)

E-Mail: tvinson@brookscountyga.gov | Work #: (229) – 563 – 8233

Greater Brooks County Planning Commission

The Planning Commissioners, guided by the Brooks County Development Services Division, are appointed by the Brooks County Board of Commissioners.

James Warren – Chairman
Gary Christian – Vice Chairman
Linda Gosier – Commissioner
Jeannie Little – Commissioner
Daniel Walls – Commissioner

The planning commission duties and responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

  1. To research, review, conduct hearings and make recommendations to the board of commissioners on updates and amendments to the Greater Brooks County Comprehensive Plan.
  2. To work with various public and private organizations and agencies engaged in or interested in planning and development activities so as to provide leadership in identifying and implementing city/county goals and policies for planning and development.
  3. To advise member units of government on environmental, public health, safety and general welfare matters which will include land development codes and ordinances.

*Meeting Dates are at the bottom of this page*

Division Core Responsibilities

Development Services provides the following regulatory and administrative functions:

  • Planning and Zoning
    Implements zoning and land use regulations to ensure development is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and adopted ordinances.

  • Permitting Services
    Reviews and issues development, building, and related permits in accordance with county policies and applicable state and local requirements.

  • Building Inspections
    Conducts inspections to verify compliance with the Georgia State Minimum Standard Codes and approved construction documents.

  • Code Enforcement
    Enforces county ordinances to address violations that may impact public safety, property conditions, and community standards.

  • Fire Prevention
    Administers fire safety regulations and inspections to reduce fire hazards and protect life and property.

Division Approach

  • Applies regulations consistently and impartially

  • Ensures compliance with county ordinances and state codes

  • Coordinates with other county departments, state agencies, and stakeholders

  • Promotes transparency, accountability, and public trust

  • Supports responsible development while protecting community character and infrastructure capacity