How much does a building permit cost in Statham, GA?

The minimum permit fee is 100. Fees are calculated as: Valuation based. $15 for the first $1,000 plus $5 for each additional thousand up to $50,000; $260 for first $50,000 plus $4 per thousand up to $100,000; $460 for first $100,000 plus $3 per thousand up to $500,000; $1,660 for first $500,000 plus $2 per thousand above that. Plan check fee: New single-family review is an additional 25 percent of permit fee; residential renovations/additions 25 percent; all commercial and industrial plan reviews 50 percent.

How do I apply for a building permit in Statham, GA?

1. Download the correct permit form and checklist from the city's Building Permits page 2. Assemble the application package, including plans, site information, contractor documents, and any required utility, septic, or erosion-control approvals 3. Submit the permit application to the city office 4. City staff review the submittal and calculate permit and plan-review fees under the adopted fee schedule 5. Pay permit fees before issuance 6. Post the permit and request inspections through the city office 7. When the structure is 100 percent complete and all fees are paid, request final inspection for CO or completion

How do I schedule a building inspection in Statham, GA?

Inspections can be scheduled via: .

City Building Permits

Statham, GA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Statham, Georgia. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Georgia Barrow County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Covers properties inside the City of Statham only

Department: City of Statham Building Department
Address: 327 Jefferson Street, Statham, GA 30666
Phone: 770-725-5455; inspection request line 770-725-7771
Website: https://www.cityofstatham.com/BuildingPermits.aspx

Application Process

Download the correct permit form and checklist from the city's Building Permits page
Assemble the application package, including plans, site information, contractor documents, and any required utility, septic, or erosion-control approvals
Submit the permit application to the city office
City staff review the submittal and calculate permit and plan-review fees under the adopted fee schedule
Pay permit fees before issuance
Post the permit and request inspections through the city office
When the structure is 100 percent complete and all fees are paid, request final inspection for CO or completion

Typical processing time: Inspections are given within two business days of request; no public permit-review turnaround was posted

Source: City of Statham Building Department

General Requirements

Statham publishes permit applications for residential building, commercial building, demolition, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, roofing, sign, swimming pool, driveway, storage building, and fence and walls

Required Documents

Completed building permit application
Contractor licensing documentation
Completed trade permit application
Subcontractor licensing documentation
GSWCC Level 1A certification
Two sets of scaled construction drawings
House location plan
ESC plans if applicable
Septic permit if applicable
Completed water/sewer application

Permit validity: No general expiration rule was found on the city's public permit page, but the city does charge $150 for a 3-month permit extension
Building code: Statham's forms require compliance with the International Building Codes. As a Georgia jurisdiction, Statham must enforce the Georgia State Minimum Standard Codes
Owner-builder: Statham publishes a Homeowner Affidavit form, but the reviewed building-permit page does not summarize the owner-builder standards
Contractor requirements: Statham's checklist requires state license card, business license, and driver's license for contractor and subcontractor trades

Fees

Minimum permit fee: 100
Plan check fee: New single-family review is an additional 25 percent of permit fee; residential renovations/additions 25 percent; all commercial and industrial plan reviews 50 percent
Permit fee formula: Valuation based. $15 for the first $1,000 plus $5 for each additional thousand up to $50,000; $260 for first $50,000 plus $4 per thousand up to $100,000; $460 for first $100,000 plus $3 per thousand up to $500,000; $1,660 for first $500,000 plus $2 per thousand above that
Trade permit fee: 100
Reinspection fee: 85
Penalty (no permit): 200 percent of the original permit fee for work done without a permit. City's inspection procedures also state a $50 reinspection fee when an inspection is failed or the site is not ready
Payment note: Fees are collected prior to permit issuance

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule (effective 2023-01-17).

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Statham Building Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

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Time windows: Inspections are given within two business days of the day the request is received; next-business-day inspection is guaranteed if the 4:00 p.m. cutoff is met

Typical inspection sequence: Published residential sequence includes foundation, foundation wall steel where applicable, under-slab plumbing, slab cover, framing rough, moisture barrier, MEP rough, insulation, permanent power, and final inspection, plus final site compliance

Additional Resources

Building code: Statham's forms require compliance with the International Building Codes. As a Georgia jurisdiction, Statham must enforce the Georgia State Minimum Standard Codes
Zoning information: View zoning info
License lookup guide: Georgia Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Georgia Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Georgia hub: Georgia Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of Statham Building Department before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Statham Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Statham, GA?: Statham publishes permit applications for residential building, commercial building, demolition, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, roofing, sign, swimming pool, driveway, storage building, and fence and walls
How much does a building permit cost in Statham, GA?: The minimum permit fee is 100. Fees are calculated as: Valuation based. $15 for the first $1,000 plus $5 for each additional thousand up to $50,000; $260 for first $50,000 plus $4 per thousand up to $100,000; $460 for first $100,000 plus $3 per thousand up to $500,000; $1,660 for first $500,000 plus $2 per thousand above that. Plan check fee: New single-family review is an additional 25 percent of permit fee; residential renovations/additions 25 percent; all commercial and industrial plan reviews 50 percent.
How do I apply for a building permit in Statham, GA?: 1. Download the correct permit form and checklist from the city's Building Permits page 2. Assemble the application package, including plans, site information, contractor documents, and any required utility, septic, or erosion-control approvals 3. Submit the permit application to the city office 4. City staff review the submittal and calculate permit and plan-review fees under the adopted fee schedule 5. Pay permit fees before issuance 6. Post the permit and request inspections through the city office 7. When the structure is 100 percent complete and all fees are paid, request final inspection for CO or completion
How long does it take to get a building permit in Statham, GA?: Typical processing time is Inspections are given within two business days of request; no public permit-review turnaround was posted.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Statham, GA?: Inspections can be scheduled via: .

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