New Home Construction in Walker County Grew at a Record Pace in 2023

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Several new homes under various states of construction against a mountain backdrop

LaFayette, GA (January 22, 2024) Walker County experienced record housing growth in 2023, despite high interest rates and inflation impacting home buyers and home builders across the nation. The number of new homes under construction in unincorporated Walker County last year was so robust, it actually outpaced the previous two years combined. The Walker County … Continue reading New Home Construction in Walker County Grew at a Record Pace in 2023

Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 12-8-22

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The following occurred at this meeting: -Presentation of the FY2021 Audit -Resolutions to further define the Board Clerk as a Deputy Clerk, apply for a OneGeorgia grant, and make appointments to several boards -Purchase order for radios for first responders -PUD rezone for Happy Valley Farms development -Appeals of Planning Commission items -November Department statistics … Continue reading Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 12-8-22

Chief Appraiser Provides Report on 2021 Property Assessments

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Houses

The hot housing market is impacting property values nationwide, including Walker County. Recently mailed assessment notices show a substantial increase in value for many property owners. “Numerous people are moving into the area from California, New Jersey and Texas,” according to Terry Gilreath, Chief Appraiser. “People are paying more than the asking price and what … Continue reading Chief Appraiser Provides Report on 2021 Property Assessments

New Home Construction in Walker County Posts Best of the Decade Numbers

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New home construction with Walker County inspector vehicle

LaFayette, GA - 2020 proved to be a banner year for new home construction in unincorporated Walker County. In fact, it was the best of the decade. Data tracked by the Walker County Planning Office shows a 17% increase year over year in the number of permits issued for the construction of new single-family homes. … Continue reading New Home Construction in Walker County Posts Best of the Decade Numbers

New Home Construction in Walker County Posts Modest Gains in 2019

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Picture of new home construction with inspector vehicle

Rock Spring, GA – New home construction in unincorporated Walker County posted modest gains in 2019, with the size and value of homes being built continuing to grow. Data recently released by the Walker County Planning Office shows a 3% increase in the number of new single family home construction permits issued last year. Housing … Continue reading New Home Construction in Walker County Posts Modest Gains in 2019

LaFayette & Rossville Selected for Housing Program

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Signs entering Georgia, Walker County and Rossville city limits

LaFayette / Rossville, GA - The cities of LaFayette and Rossville have been selected to participate in the next cohort of the Georgia Initiative for Community Housing (GICH).  The public-private program assists the economic viability of a community by developing strategic housing-related solutions. GICH will guide a housing committee team of over two-dozen individuals, engaged … Continue reading LaFayette & Rossville Selected for Housing Program

New Home Construction Permits Post Gains in Walker County

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Two New Homes Being Constructed

LaFayette, GA – Walker County experienced an exciting increase in the number of single family new home construction permits issued in 2017.  Data recently released by the Walker County Commissioner's office shows a nearly 10% surge over 2016. It takes about six months for a new home to reach the market in Walker County.  Builders … Continue reading New Home Construction Permits Post Gains in Walker County