City of Hampton

Hampton states a permit is required before work begins and specifically lists new buildings, remodels, roofing, window replacement, accessory buildings, demolition, pools, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, signs, tree removal, emergency RV permits, and utility encroachment permits. Permits are required for construction, erection, moving, or alteration where the estimated cost exceeds $300.

Note: The city pages reviewed do not publish a consolidated no-permit exemption list. Because Hampton posts a broad list of permit-triggering work, applicants should confirm any claimed exemption directly with the Building Department before starting.

Building code

Hampton states it follows the latest International Building Code together with Georgia state requirements. At minimum, Hampton must enforce the Georgia State Minimum Standard Codes effective January 1, 2026.

Owner-builder

The city posts an Owner Affidavit requiring the owner to directly supervise the work and acknowledging the O.C.G.A. 43-41-17 restrictions, including limitations on sale, lease, rent, or opening the structure to the public for 24 months after completion.

Contractor requirements

The city posts a Georgia Authorized Permit Agent form and requires contractor credential information. State residential contractor licensing requirements apply above the Georgia threshold.

1. 01
   Create a GovWell account through the city portal if submitting online.
2. 02
   Select the permit or application type and upload the required forms and supporting documentation, or use the posted application forms and coordinate with the department directly.
3. 03
   If the applicant is acting through an authorized permit agent or owner-builder, include the city-posted affidavit forms.
4. 04
   The Building Department reviews the application, routes plans as needed, and coordinates any required fire review or trade review.
5. 05
   Pay permit and plan review fees once the application is accepted and invoiced.
6. 06
   Receive the issued permit and schedule inspections through the city process as work proceeds.

Typical processing time: No general permit issuance timeline was posted on the reviewed pages. Inspection requests submitted before 3:00 p.m. are scheduled for the next business day.

Source: Building Department, City of Hampton ↗

The city fee schedule is broader than building permits and also includes planning, fire, and development review charges. Confirm the exact permit fee item in GovWell or with the department before filing.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective 2024) before budgeting.

• Tiffany Dobbins at 770-946-4306 ext. 2118 (phone)

Scheduling deadline

Requests made before 3:00 p.m. are scheduled for the next business day.

Typical sequence: Varies by project type, with building, trade, and final inspections performed as applicable before completion or occupancy.

Source: Building Department, City of Hampton ↗