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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Gwinnett County
Use Gwinnett County rules for unincorporated areas.
Replacement of any switch, fan, light fixture, or similar work that does not alter mechanical, electrical, or plumbing systems
Cosmetic repairs or remodels such as painting, new flooring, cabinets, vinyl siding, and similar finish work
Storage buildings 120 square feet or less
Concrete work for driveways, sidewalks, and basketball slabs not exceeding county front-yard coverage limit
Fences 8 feet or less in height, subject to planning exceptions
- Exempt Replacement of any switch, fan, light fixture, or similar work that does not alter mechanical, electrical, or plumbing systems
- Exempt Cosmetic repairs or remodels such as painting, new flooring, cabinets, vinyl siding, and similar finish work
- Exempt Storage buildings 120 square feet or less
- Exempt Concrete work for driveways, sidewalks, and basketball slabs not exceeding county front-yard coverage limit
- Exempt Fences 8 feet or less in height, subject to planning exceptions
Required documents
- Use Gwinnett County requirements for project type
- Building code
- Georgia state minimum construction codes as enforced by Gwinnett County and county construction code ordinances.
- Permit validity
- Use Gwinnett County/adopted code requirements.
- Owner-builder
- Property Owner as Contractor Affidavit is required for homeowners acting as contractor.
- Contractor requirements
- Georgia licensing rules apply; contractor of record information is required before permit issuance.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Not clearly posted as a universal countywide SLA on the main page reviewed.
- 01 Confirm whether the parcel is in unincorporated Mountain Park/Gwinnett or inside nearby city limits.
- 02 If unincorporated, submit application and plans through Gwinnett's ZIP Portal.
- 03 Complete county review, respond to comments, and provide contractor or homeowner affidavit information.
- 04 Pay fees and obtain permit.
- 05 Schedule inspections through the ZIP Portal and complete final approvals.
Typical processing time: Not clearly posted as a universal countywide SLA on the main page reviewed.
Source: Gwinnett County Planning and Development, Building Services ↗
§ 04
Fee schedule
Gwinnett County building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
Confirm with Gwinnett County by project type.
02
Plan check fee
Yes, as applicable.
03
Permit fee formula
Varies by county permit type.
04
Reinspection fee
County fees apply by project type and enforcement context.
Through Gwinnett county process/portal.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- ZIP Portal (online)
Typical sequence: Project-specific county inspections after permit issuance.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about unincorporated Gwinnett County permits
01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Gwinnett County, GA? ▸
Use Gwinnett County rules for unincorporated areas.
02 How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Gwinnett County, GA? ▸
Building permit fees in unincorporated Gwinnett County, GA are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Confirm with Gwinnett County by project type.. Fees are calculated as: Varies by county permit type.. Plan check fee: Yes, as applicable..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Gwinnett County, GA? ▸
To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Gwinnett County, GA, follow these steps: 1. Confirm whether the parcel is in unincorporated Mountain Park/Gwinnett or inside nearby city limits. 2. If unincorporated, submit application and plans through Gwinnett's ZIP Portal. 3. Complete county review, respond to comments, and provide contractor or homeowner affidavit information. 4. Pay fees and obtain permit. 5. Schedule inspections through the ZIP Portal and complete final approvals.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Gwinnett County, GA? ▸
Building permit processing times in unincorporated Gwinnett County, GA typically run Not clearly posted as a universal countywide SLA on the main page reviewed.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Gwinnett County, GA? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in unincorporated Gwinnett County, GA. The following work is generally exempt: Replacement of any switch, fan, light fixture, or similar work that does not alter mechanical, electrical, or plumbing systems; Cosmetic repairs or remodels such as painting, new flooring, cabinets, vinyl siding, and similar finish work; Storage buildings 120 square feet or less; Concrete work for driveways, sidewalks, and basketball slabs not exceeding county front-yard coverage limit; Fences 8 feet or less in height, subject to planning exceptions. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Gwinnett County, GA? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Gwinnett County, GA via: ZIP Portal.
last verified April 2026
source Gwinnett County Planning and Development, Building Services ↗
entry id permits/georgia/gwinnett/mountain-park
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Gwinnett County Planning and Development, Building Services before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.