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Georgia Contractor Permit Requirements by County

Complete HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and roofing permit data for covered counties in Georgia. Fees, processing times, inspections, and required documents — all from publicly available sources.

5 covered counties
20 online submissions
20 permit records
Electrical
HVAC
Plumbing
Roofing

Counties in Georgia

5 covered counties

Cobb County

Georgia

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PlumbingElectricalHVACRoofing
From Based on construction valuation per Cobb County fee schedule. Contact Community Development at (770) 528-2051 for current rates.
3–5 business days (residential); 10–15 business days (commercial) processing
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DeKalb County

Georgia

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PlumbingElectricalRoofingHVAC
From Based on construction valuation per DeKalb County fee schedule. Contact Planning & Sustainability at (404) 371-2155 for current rates.
3–5 business days (residential); 10–15 business days (commercial) processing
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Forsyth County

Georgia

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ElectricalPlumbingHVACRoofing
From Based on construction valuation per Forsyth County Building & Licensing fee schedule. Use CSS (Customer Self Service) portal. Office: 110 E. Main St., Suite 100, Cumming, GA 30040.
3–5 business days (residential); 10–15 business days (commercial) processing
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Fulton County

Georgia

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ElectricalHVACPlumbingRoofing
From Minimum $150 (MEP permits). Larger projects based on construction valuation.
3–5 business days (residential); 10–15 business days (commercial) processing
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Gwinnett County

Georgia

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PlumbingElectricalHVACRoofing
From Based on construction valuation per Gwinnett County fee schedule. Contact (770) 822-7009 or use online portal for current rates.
3–5 business days (residential); 10–15 business days (commercial) processing
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Frequently Asked Questions — Georgia Permits

What permits do contractors need in Georgia?

Contractors in Georgia typically need permits for HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and roofing work. Requirements vary by county — each county has its own fees, processing times, inspection stages, and document requirements.

How much does a contractor permit cost in Georgia?

Permit fees in Georgia vary by county and trade. Base fees typically range from $50 to $500+, with additional valuation-based fees in some counties. PullReady provides exact fee data for 5 Georgia counties.

How long do permits take to process in Georgia?

Processing times in Georgia range from same-day approval in some counties to 2–4 weeks in others, depending on the county, trade type, and current workload.

Do I need a local license to pull permits in Georgia?

Many Georgia counties require contractors to hold both a state license and a local county license before issuing a permit. Check each specific county's requirements on PullReady.

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Full permit checklists — fees, documents, insurance minimums, contact info, and submission links. Everything a contractor needs before showing up to the permit office.

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