Unincorporated Dooly County

Most building projects require a permit, including new construction, structural remodels, additions, decks, roofing, re-roofing, siding replacement, window replacement, door replacement, carports, sheds, portable storage buildings, modular homes, manufactured homes, spas, and swimming pools. Separate trade permits may also be required.

Note: No public exempt-work list was found on the Dooly County building pages reviewed.

Building code

2024 ICC building codes; Georgia state minimum standard construction codes apply statewide.

Owner-builder

An owner-builder must personally perform the work or use licensed contractors as required by Title 43-41-17 and may not place the structure for sale within the next 24 months if claiming the owner-builder declaration.

Contractor requirements

General and trade contractor license information is required. Specialty permits must be purchased by the licensed specialty contractor for that trade.

1. 01
   Confirm that a permit is required with the Dooly County Building Department and gather the site address and tax parcel number.
2. 02
   Create a CityReporter account or complete the county PDF application.
3. 03
   Enter project details, applicant type, value, work area, description of work, and upload plans or supporting documents.
4. 04
   Add contractor information if applicable. If a contractor is missing from the CityReporter list, email the contractor name, business name, license number, phone, email, and mailing address to the county so the contractor can be added.
5. 05
   Review and sign the application agreement in the portal, then submit.
6. 06
   Wait for county review and any follow-up requests. The county emails the fee amount after review.
7. 07
   Pay fees through the portal payment screen.
8. 08
   The county completes and issues the permit and emails a copy to the applicant.

Source: Dooly County Building Department ↗

Fees are paid after county review through the portal payment screen processed through Authorize.net. Credit card, debit card, and bank account payments are accepted.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective 2026-03-19) before budgeting.

• CityReporter portal (phone)
• Phone: 229-268-4228 (phone)

Scheduling deadline

24 hours notice required

Typical sequence: For new construction or additions: foundation, under slab, framing, insulation, and final. Separate rough and final inspections for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work. Manufactured home setup inspections where applicable.