Get GA Plumbing Permit - City Of Decatur 2018-2024

All new buildings or building additions require issuance of a building permit and, in most cases, any remodeling that involves structural work (moving or eliminating walls) or any work which increases the living space of your home (finishing attic or basement areas) will require a building permit.

Accessory structure less than 144 square feet with permanent foundations (i.e. concrete slab) Accessory structure less than 144 square feet that will require utilities (i.e. electricity or plumbing)

Building permit fees Residential: $0.50 per $1,000 in construction costs, with a $10.00 minimum permit fee.

Single-family permits can be issued to the homeowner if he is going to own and occupy the house. Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical Trades - Require certificates of competency from the Georgia State Industry Licensing Board.

You can expect anywhere from 10 days to 2 weeks.

Who Can Obtain a Permit. Building - Single-family permits will be issued to contractors. Single-family permits can be issued to the homeowner if he is going to own and occupy the house. Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical Trades - Require certificates of competency from the Georgia State Industry Licensing Board.

Accessory structure less than 144 square feet with permanent foundations (i.e. concrete slab) Accessory structure less than 144 square feet that will require utilities (i.e. electricity or plumbing)

A permit is required whenever an owner or contractor intends to: construct new, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish a building or structure, or or alter any electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing system. In addition, utility construction and site development also require permits.