Do I Need A Building Permit?
To verify if the work to be done requires a permit, please contact 706-860-5094
A permit must be obtained for the following:
- New Residential/Commercial Construction
- Manufactured Homes(PRIOR to placement on property)
- Additions
- Roofing
- Renovations/Repairs (structural/electrical/etc)
- Swimming pools (above ground and in-ground)
- Decks
- Sheds/Storage buildings (any size)
- Signs (any size)
- Sprinkler systems (installation)
- Siding & Gutters
- Windows
- Awnings & Carports
- Demolition
- Asbestos Abatement (must show EPD notification, etc.)
- Retaining Walls (24” high & up—designed by engineer)
- Fences over 6 feet high (designed by engineer)
- Meter Resets (only when meter is pulled from base)
- Service Changes (electrical/mechanical/etc)
Permits are not required for the following:
- Sidewalks
- Driveways
- Painting
- Wallpapering
- Drywall installation/repair
- Carpeting/tiling
- Cabinets/countertops
- Fences under 6 feet high
- Retaining walls under 24” (2 feet) in height
Please click on
Contractor Requirements for more information on license, bond and other information that may be needed for a permit. Homeowners & licensed professionals are required to meet the same code specifications as adopted by the State of Georgia (with any amendments) and the City of Grovetown.