Metro Atlanta Building Permits Guide
Required for jobs > $2,500; municipal permits via Atlanta Office of Buildings. Licensing in GA is managed by GA State Licensing Board for Residential & GC. Most Metro Atlanta homeowners should require their contractor to pull permits in the contractor's name so liability for code violations rests with them.
Key points
- Confirm whether your scope triggers a GA permit (structural, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, additions, demo).
- Have your licensed contractor pull the permit in their name — this shifts inspection liability to them.
- Budget 1–3% of project value plus plan-check fees (USD 200–USD 1,500 depending on scope).
- Schedule rough-in and final inspections in advance — re-inspections cost extra and delay the build.