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City of Johns Creek

How to apply for a building permit in City of Johns Creek, Georgia. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

City of Johns Creek Community Development Department, Building Division

Street address
11360 Lakefield Drive, Johns Creek, GA 30097
Phone
678-512-3250
Email
BuildingPermits@JohnsCreekGA.gov
Coverage
City permit authority for work inside Johns Creek city limits.
Online portal
Customer Self-Service (CSS) Portal
Customer Self-Service (CSS) Portal
Website
Department website
Additional resources
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Johns Creek

Johns Creek says any owner or authorized agent who constructs, enlarges, alters, repairs, moves, demolishes, changes occupancy, or performs regulated electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing work must obtain a permit. The city also states some non-structural minor repairs under $2,500 may proceed without a permit only with Building Official permission.

Non-structural minor repairs under $2,500 only if the Building Official permits the work without a permit
Tents under 5,000 square feet as noted in local ordinance materials
Other minor work exempt under the adopted state codes
  • Exempt Non-structural minor repairs under $2,500 only if the Building Official permits the work without a permit
  • Exempt Tents under 5,000 square feet as noted in local ordinance materials
  • Exempt Other minor work exempt under the adopted state codes
Required documents
  • Permit application
  • plans
  • affidavits
  • energy compliance certificate for new residential structures
  • as-built survey when required
  • and permit-type checklists/forms.
Building code
Johns Creek building code page lists current adopted state minimum codes effective January 1, 2026, including 2024 IRC, 2024 IBC, 2024 IMC, 2024 IFGC, 2024 IPC, 2024 ISPSC, and 2023 NEC with Georgia amendments.
Permit validity
Johns Creek explicitly states permits are active and valid for 180 days from issue date or latest passed building inspection; permits become void if work does not commence or stops for 180 days.
Owner-builder
Johns Creek publishes homeowner and contractor FAQs and owner-contractor processes; homeowners taking owner-builder status are responsible for code compliance and project completion.
Contractor requirements
The city states it will not issue a permit to a contractor who is not properly licensed.
§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: CO/CC request guide says allow a minimum of 3 days after all finals for CO/CC processing; no universal plan review time posted on the reviewed pages.

  1. 01
    Review Johns Creek building permit guidelines and determine permit type.
  2. 02
    Create a CSS Portal account.
  3. 03
    Submit the permit application and upload plans, forms, and supporting documents.
  4. 04
    City review occurs; comments are issued in the portal if revisions are required.
  5. 05
    Upload revised documents as needed.
  6. 06
    Pay fees through the portal.
  7. 07
    Permit is issued; the general contractor schedules inspections in CSS and later requests CO or CC if required.

Typical processing time: CO/CC request guide says allow a minimum of 3 days after all finals for CO/CC processing; no universal plan review time posted on the reviewed pages.

Source: City of Johns Creek Community Development Department, Building Division ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Johns Creek building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
Johns Creek fee schedule publishes permit minimums by permit class
02
Plan check fee
Included in the published Community Development fee schedule
03
Permit fee formula
Johns Creek changed from builder-declared valuation to a new city fee schedule; valuation and permit-type formulas vary by work class.
04
Reinspection fee
Reinspection fees are charged for failed inspections and must be paid before the next inspection can be scheduled

Fees and invoices are handled in the CSS Portal

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

Inspection hours
Requests made by 4:00 p.m. on a business day are scheduled for the next business day; inspections can be canceled in CSS until 8:30 a.m. on inspection day

Typical sequence: Site initial, then listed prerequisite inspections in order, including combo rough and combo final for multi-trade projects, then CO or CC as applicable

Failed inspection reinspection fee must be paid before next inspection is scheduled

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Johns Creek permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Johns Creek, GA? ▸
Johns Creek says any owner or authorized agent who constructs, enlarges, alters, repairs, moves, demolishes, changes occupancy, or performs regulated electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing work must obtain a permit. The city also states some non-structural minor repairs under $2,500 may proceed without a permit only with Building Official permission.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Johns Creek, GA? ▸
Building permit fees in Johns Creek, GA are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Johns Creek fee schedule publishes permit minimums by permit class. Fees are calculated as: Johns Creek changed from builder-declared valuation to a new city fee schedule; valuation and permit-type formulas vary by work class.. Plan check fee: Included in the published Community Development fee schedule.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Johns Creek, GA? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Johns Creek, GA, follow these steps: 1. Review Johns Creek building permit guidelines and determine permit type. 2. Create a CSS Portal account. 3. Submit the permit application and upload plans, forms, and supporting documents. 4. City review occurs; comments are issued in the portal if revisions are required. 5. Upload revised documents as needed. 6. Pay fees through the portal. 7. Permit is issued; the general contractor schedules inspections in CSS and later requests CO or CC if required.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Johns Creek, GA? ▸
Building permit processing times in Johns Creek, GA typically run CO/CC request guide says allow a minimum of 3 days after all finals for CO/CC processing; no universal plan review time posted on the reviewed pages.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Johns Creek, GA? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Johns Creek, GA. The following work is generally exempt: Non-structural minor repairs under $2,500 only if the Building Official permits the work without a permit; Tents under 5,000 square feet as noted in local ordinance materials; Other minor work exempt under the adopted state codes. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
last verified April 2026 source City of Johns Creek Community Development Department, Building Division ↗ entry id permits/georgia/fulton/johns-creek
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