Augusta Cares - Frequently Asked Questions

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Augusta Cares

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I register to vote?
Board of Elections – (706) 821-2340

Who do I call about getting a business license?
License and Inspection – (706) 312-5053

Who issues picture identification or handicap permits?
Richmond County Drivers License Bureau – (706) 771-7815
Columbia County Drivers License Bureau - (706) 860-3616
Handicap parking permits are issued by the Tag office – (706) 821-2475

Where can I get a tag for my vehicle?
Laney Walker Tag Office – (706) 821-2475
Lumpkin Road Tag Office – (706) 796-5021

Who do I call about my garbage service?
Landfill – (706) 592-3200

Who do I call for gun permit information?
Probate Court – (706) 821-2434

Who do I call for information about a marriage license?
Probate Court – (706) 821-2434

Which court do I call about small claims?
Civil and Magistrate Court – (706) 821-2370

Where can I find information about property deeds and plats, divorce decrees, covenants, foreclosures, military records, notary certificates, and name changes?
Clerk of the Court – Clerk of Superior Court – (706) 821-2460

Where can I get a copy of a birth certificate or death certificate?
Health Department - (706) 667-4335

Who do I call about spraying for mosquitoes?
Health Department – (706) 667-4241

Where do I apply for a passport?
Main Post Office – (706) 823-3100

Who handles Section 8 housing?
Housing Authority – (706) 724-5466

Who do I call about filing a homestead exemption?
Tax Commissioners Office – (706) 821-2391

Who do I call about unemployment?
Georgia Department of Labor – (706) 721-2011

Other Frequently Requested Phone Numbers:
Augusta Richmond County Civic Center – (706) 722-3521
Board of Education – (706) 826-1000
Chamber of Commerce - (706) 821-1300
County Extension Office – (706) 821-2350
Georgia Legal Aid – (706) 721-2327
Social Security Office – (800) 772-1213