Permitting

Residential Building Permits

Title	Description
DECK PORCH PERMIT PACKET	To request a building permit for the installation or structural repair regardless of height of deck. This permit is also used for outdoor fireplace.	Download
MOBILE HOME PERMIT PACKET	To request a building permit to locate a mobile home on a parcel of property. Must be obtained in the permitting office only.	Download
RESIDENTIAL ACCESSORY STRUCTURE PERMIT PACKET	To request a building permit for an accessory structure detached from the residence such as garages, storage sheds, pool houses, etc.	Download
RESIDENTIAL ADDITIONS PERMIT PACKET	To request a building permit for an addition to an existing house.	Download
RESIDENTIAL BASEMENT FINISH PERMIT PACKET	To request a building permit to finish out an unfinished basement.	Download
RESIDENTIAL FENCE RETAINING WALL PERMIT PACKET	This form is used to request a permit to install a fence or retaining wall.	Download
RESIDENTIAL NEW HOME PERMIT PACKET	To request a building permit for a new home.	Download
RESIDENTIAL POOL PERMIT PACKET	To request a building permit for in-ground, above-ground or on-ground swimming pool, hot tub or spa for residential use.	Download
RESIDENTIAL RENOVATIONS PERMIT PACKET	To request a building permit for an interior renovation to an existing house.	Download
RESIDENTIAL TOWNHOME OR CONDOMINIUM PERMIT PACKET	To request a building permit for one and two family attached housing. These require a plan review prior to receiving a permit.	Download

Commercial Building Permits

Title	Description
AFTER HOURS CONCRETE POUR APPLICATION	Required when concrete is being poured after outside construction hours.	Download
COMMERCIAL BUILDING APPLICATION	A checklist is provided in the application packet for the required documentation needed to secure a commercial building permit.	Download
COMMERCIAL SEWER AFFIDAVIT	required when sewer is being added to a structure	Download
TEMPORARY TOILET APPLICATION	A temporary toilet permit is required when bathroom facilities are unavailable. This permit is currently issued by the Environmental Health Department.	Download

NEW STRUCTURE, SHELL, ADDITIONS, AND FOUNDATION-ONLY ALSO NEED

Copy of Septic Permit or Sewer
Copy of Water Meter Purchase
Approved Site Development Permit

IMPORTANT NOTICES TO APPLICANT

Approved commercial building plans should have stamped-approved plans on site.
All required sub-contractors must apply under original building permit.
Power cannot be released without approved inspection.
Final Inspections cannot be requested until all outstanding fees are paid.
New structure, shell, additions, and foundation-only permits require As-Built plans to be submitted to the Planning and Community Development Department for Commercial, Office, Industrial and Recreational sites. The final inspection will not be scheduled until the As-Built plan has been approved. An As-Built plan is a civil drawing depicting completed site development infrastructure, improvements, and building construction as it exists in the field. For additional information, please visit the Planning and Community Development webpage.

Specialty Permits

Title	Description
CELL TOWER ANTENNA ONLY	This permit is used for Cell Towers	Download
COMMERCIAL OR RESIDENTIAL PLUMBING ONLY APPLICATION	This permit is used when the scope of work is limited to plumbing work only in or on a commercial or residential building or property. This type of work does not require a plan review.	Download
COMMERCIAL POOL PERMIT PACKET	This permit is for all public swimming pools including pools located in residential amenity areas.	Download
COMMERCIAL RESIDENTIAL ELECTRICAL ONLY APPLICATION	This permit is used when the scope of work is limited to electrical only work in or on a commercial building or residential property. This type of work does not require a plan review.	Download
COMMERCIAL RESIDENTIAL MECHANICAL ONLY	This permit is used when the scope of work is limited to HVAC work only in or on a commercial or residential building or property. This type of work does not require a plan review.	Download
IRRIGATION PERMIT PACKET	This is used to obtain a permit for an irrigation system.	Download
TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION TRAILER	This permit is used for temporary construction offices used on commercial sites.	Download

Affidavits and more

Title	Description
ELECTRICAL AFFIDAVIT	This permit is used when the scope of work is limited to electrical only work in or on a commercial building or property. This type of work does not require a plan review.	Download
Letter of Transmittal		Download
MECHANICAL AFFIDAVIT	This permit is used when the scope of work is limited to HVAC work only in or on a commercial building or property. This type of work does not require a plan review.	Download
PLUMBING AFFIDAVIT	This permit is used when the scope of work is limited to plumbing work only in or on a commercial building or property. This type of work does not require a plan review.	Download
Self Work Owner Affidavit	This form can only be used when the current homeowner is taking responsibility for both the building permit and the work that is being performed under the building permit. This form cannot be used for commercial building permits.	Download
State License Document	This form is required by the state of Georgia for Licensed Residential and Commercial Contractors.	Download

Septic Tank Systems

Existing Systems, New Systems, Replacement Systems

All applications, reviews, and approvals are handled independently by the

GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH (FORSYTH COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH)

Note: A site plan will be required showing the location of proposed structures (patios, decks, detached garages, storage buildings, porches etc.), the existing home, and all other existing structures.

Note: Complete floor plans documenting the total number of bedrooms will be required for all home remodel and addition projects.

Applications for Residential Projects

Residential Septic Permit Application

Residential Septic Requirements

Residential Site Plan Requirements

For more information please contact:

Erin Stitt., Environmental County Manager

514 West Maple St, Suite 404, Cumming, Ga. 30040

770-781-6909 | erin.stitt@dph.ga.gov

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