County Building Permits

Lumpkin County, GA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Georgia Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Department
Planning Department / Planning and Development Services, Lumpkin County
Phone
706-864-6894
Website
https://www.lumpkincounty.gov/524/Building-Permits-Inspections

Application Process

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General Requirements

Required Documents

  • Building permit application
  • Affidavit verifying status for public-benefit compliance
  • Homeowner self-work affidavit (if owner-permitted and owner-built)
  • Recorded plat or lot reference
  • Easement documentation (if needed)
  • Detailed site plan
  • Septic permit or sewer approval
  • GDOT driveway permit (if access is from a state highway)
  • Erosion and sediment-control plan (where triggered)
  • Subcontractor affidavits with valid state license and business license before inspections
Building code
2018 IBC, 2018 IFC, 2018 IPC, 2018 IMC, 2018 IFGC, 2015 IECC, 2020 NEC, 2018 NFPA 101, Georgia 120-3-3 State Minimum Fire Safety Standards effective 1/1/2020, all current codes adopted by Georgia DCA, and 2010 ADA Standards. County Resolution 2008-32 adopts Georgia State Minimum Standard Codes.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$100
Plan check fee
No separate county building plan-review fee was clearly posted on the public county pages reviewed.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Planning Department / Planning and Development Services, Lumpkin County to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

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Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Planning Department / Planning and Development Services, Lumpkin County before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Lumpkin County Building Permit FAQ

How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Lumpkin County, GA?
The minimum permit fee is $100. Plan check fee: No separate county building plan-review fee was clearly posted on the public county pages reviewed..
How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Lumpkin County, GA?
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How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Lumpkin County, GA?
Inspections can be scheduled via: , .

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