Land Use & Zoning
A 'certificate of occupancy' (CO) in Georgia signifies that:
AA. The property has been sold and the deed recorded
BB. A newly constructed or renovated building meets code requirements and is safe for occupancy✓ Correct
CC. The county has approved the property for tax exemption
DD. The property's zoning has been confirmed
Explanation
A certificate of occupancy (CO) is issued by local building authorities after inspection confirms a new or renovated building complies with building codes and is safe for occupancy. Without a CO, occupying the building may be illegal.
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