General Information

What is the Georgia Open Records Act?

The Georgia Open Records Act (OCGA 50-18-70 through 77) establishes the right of every citizen to inspect and receive a copy of all public records, except those specifically exempt from being open. When the City receives a record request under the Open Records Act, it must comply with guidelines established in the law:

  •  The City of Stonecrest shall determine if the requested records are subject to access and are public documents as defined by the Georgia Open Records Act. The City shall have a reasonable amount of time to determine whether or not the requested document(s) is a public record(s), but in no event shall this time exceed three (3) business days.
  •  Documents determined to be public documents shall be produced at the earliest possible time. 
  • If the records are not public documents as defined by the Georgia Open Records Act, the City must respond in writing specifying the legal authority for restricting access to the records.
  • If the public documents are not immediately available, the City must provide a written description of the records and a timetable for their production.

Do I have to create an account to request records?

Generally, open records requests should be directed to the City Clerk’s Office. For additional information and questions regarding open records, please call the City Clerk at (770)-224-0200 or place a request through the online portal.


What types of records are exempt from the Open Records Act?

  1. Any record required by the federal government to be kept confidential.
  2. Medical or veterinary records or similar files, the disclosure of which would be an invasion of personal privacy.
  3. Certain records pertaining to law enforcement and prosecutions.
  4. Accident reports, except upon the submission of a written statement of need by requesting party.


What are some of the types of public records?

The following are some of the types of Open Records:

  1. Zoning Case Files
  2. Final Subdivision Plat
  3. Certificate of Occupancy
  4. Permits
  5. Budget
  6. Meeting Minutes and Agendas
  7. City Charter
  8. Ordinances and Resolutions
  9. Licenses
  10. Contracts and Agreements