Permitting

Residential Building Permits

Title	Description
Deck Porch Permit	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
Residential Fence Retaining Wall Permit	This form is used to request a permit to install a fence or retaining wall.	Download
Mobile Home Permit	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	To request a building permit for an accessory structure detached from the residence such as garages, storage sheds, pool houses, etc.	Download
Residential Addition Permit	To request a building permit for an addition to an existing house.	Download
Residential Basement Finish Permit	To request a building permit to finish out an unfinished basement.	Download
Residential New Dwelling Permit	To request a building permit for a new home.	Download
Residential Pool Permit	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	To request a building permit for an interior renovation to an existing house.	Download
Residential Townhome or Condominium Permit	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 Pool Permit	This permit is for all public swimming pools including pools located in residential amenity areas.	Download
Electrical Only Permit	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
Irrigation Permit	This is used to obtain a permit for an irrigation system.	Download
Mechanical Only Permit	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
Plumbing Only Permit	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
Temporary Construction Trailer	This permit is used for temporary construction offices used on commercial sites.	Download

Affidavits and More

Title	Description
Authorized Agent Form		Download
Electrical Affidavit		Download
Letter of Transmittal		Download
Mechanical Affidavit		Download
Plumbing Affidavit		Download
Self Work Owner Affidavit		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.