New Residents Information
If you are moving to Peach County from elsewhere, or moving from one area of the county to another, there are details that need to be taken care of, such as water, garbage service and recycling, electricity and gas, telephone, Internet connections, television and newspaper. From finding housing to arranging for high speed internet to finding out where your children will go to school ... the lists go on. Start here when planning your move.
HousingIf you are looking for a place to live in Peach County, here are some of the resources available:Real Estate Agencies & Builders
Low Income Housing
Classified Ads featuring homes for sale and rent may be found in the county newspaper, The Leader-Tribune. NeighborhoodsYou've decided on a house, now you need information on the neighborhood you've decided to move to:For information about schools contact: To find out what commissioner's district you are in, call the Courthouse at 478-825-2535. Water and Sewerage ServicesPeach County does not provide water service. Water is provided by several agencies. Call 478-825-2535 to find out which agency will provide your water. The agencies and their phone numbers are:» City of Byron: 478-956-3600 Garbage and RecyclingPeach County provides garbage and recycling services through private contractors. To arrange for service, call 478-825-2535. For recycling information, please call 478-825-2535.» Fort Valley Utility Commission: 478-825-7701 » City of Byron: 478-956-3600 Electricity and GasFor electric service:» Fort Valley Utility Commission: 478-825-7701 For natural gas service » Fort Valley Utility Commission: 478-825-7701 Phone, Television and InternetResidents have several options for these services.
Fort Valley: NewspapersThe Leader Tribune, weekly newspaper - 478-825-2432» The Macon Telegraph, area daily newspaper: 800-679-6397 Health Clinics» Peach County Health Department406 East Church Street Fort Valley, Georgia 31030 Phone: 478-825-6939 Byron Clinic (Tuesday-Friday) Phone: 478-956-7679 Hospitals» Peach Regional Medical Center601 Blue Bird Boulevard Fort Valley, GA 31030-4599 Telephone: 478-825-8691 Drivers Licenses and TagsTo register a vehicle or buy a tag, visit the Peach County Tax Commissioner's Office:County Courthouse 205 W. Church St Suite 103 Fort Valley, Ga. 31030 Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Phone: 478-825-3161 For driver's licenses, visit the DDS office at: You may obtain boat registration applications from any Wildlife Resources Division office or from most boat dealers, hardware stores, sporting goods stores or marinas. You may also register by mail. Boat trailers are registered at the county tag office Visit the Georgia Wildlife DNR website for more information. | ||||||||||||||||