How much does a building permit cost in Bogart, GA?

Fees are calculated as: The application says valuation is calculated at $100 times the number of square feet, then total value multiplied by $2.00 per thousand; the City Clerk calculates the amount.. Plan check fee: No separate public plan-review fee found.

How do I apply for a building permit in Bogart, GA?

1. Determine whether the project needs a building permit. Bogart's planning page says permits are required for any new structure and any structure altered over 100 square feet. 2. Complete the City of Bogart residential and commercial building-permit application and attach floor plans, a plat, and site sketch information 3. Provide contractor licensing information and setback/right-of-way information with the application 4. Submit through the city/county process; the City Clerk calculates the fee and payment is accepted when the permit is picked up 5. Oconee County Code Enforcement performs inspections during construction 6. Complete all required inspections before occupancy; the application states no certificate of occupancy will be issued until all phases of inspection have been performed

How do I schedule a building inspection in Bogart, GA?

Inspections can be scheduled via: .

City Building Permits

Bogart, GA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Georgia Oconee County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Bogart's official planning page states that Oconee County Planning and Development issues building permits, enforces building construction codes, and conducts inspections for Bogart projects, while the City of Bogart remains the municipal jurisdiction and provides city applications.

Department: City of Bogart; planning and development support and inspections are provided by Oconee County Planning & Code Enforcement
Address: City Hall, 125 Main Street, Bogart, GA 30622
Phone: 770-725-7386
Website: https://cityofbogart.com/city/planning-development

Application Process

Determine whether the project needs a building permit. Bogart's planning page says permits are required for any new structure and any structure altered over 100 square feet.
Complete the City of Bogart residential and commercial building-permit application and attach floor plans, a plat, and site sketch information
Provide contractor licensing information and setback/right-of-way information with the application
Submit through the city/county process; the City Clerk calculates the fee and payment is accepted when the permit is picked up
Oconee County Code Enforcement performs inspections during construction
Complete all required inspections before occupancy; the application states no certificate of occupancy will be issued until all phases of inspection have been performed

Source: City of Bogart; planning and development support and inspections are provided by Oconee County Planning & Code Enforcement

General Requirements

Bogart's official planning page says a permit is required for any new structure or any structure altered over 100 square feet. The application covers residential and commercial building work.

Required Documents

Floor plans
Copy of the plat for lot-size and zoning-district verification
Site sketch
Contractor information
Setback/right-of-way details

Permit validity: The application states the permit must be renewed if work is not started within 6 months from issuance; it also says work must commence within 6 months and shall not be abandoned.
Building code: The reviewed Bogart planning page does not publish a separate current code-adoption table. City requirements are enforced through local ordinances plus Georgia statewide minimum construction codes.
Owner-builder: No public Bogart owner-builder summary found in the reviewed materials.
Contractor requirements: Bogart's planning page says all contractors and subcontractors must be licensed by the State of Georgia and proof of license must be given before permits will be issued.

Fees

Plan check fee: No separate public plan-review fee found
Permit fee formula: The application says valuation is calculated at $100 times the number of square feet, then total value multiplied by $2.00 per thousand; the City Clerk calculates the amount.
Reinspection fee: No public reinspection schedule found
Payment note: The application says payments are accepted when the permit is picked up.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Bogart; planning and development support and inspections are provided by Oconee County Planning & Code Enforcement to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

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Inspection hours: Not publicly posted on the Bogart permit page; county office contact is 706-769-3907

Typical inspection sequence: The application references all phases of inspection and specifically notes footing-stage preparation and final inspection before certificate of occupancy; detailed trade sequencing is not posted on the reviewed Bogart page.

Additional Resources

Building code: The reviewed Bogart planning page does not publish a separate current code-adoption table. City requirements are enforced through local ordinances plus Georgia statewide minimum construction codes.
Zoning information: View zoning info
License lookup guide: Georgia Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Georgia Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Georgia hub: Georgia Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of Bogart; planning and development support and inspections are provided by Oconee County Planning & Code Enforcement before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Bogart Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Bogart, GA?: Bogart's official planning page says a permit is required for any new structure or any structure altered over 100 square feet. The application covers residential and commercial building work.
How much does a building permit cost in Bogart, GA?: Fees are calculated as: The application says valuation is calculated at $100 times the number of square feet, then total value multiplied by $2.00 per thousand; the City Clerk calculates the amount.. Plan check fee: No separate public plan-review fee found.
How do I apply for a building permit in Bogart, GA?: 1. Determine whether the project needs a building permit. Bogart's planning page says permits are required for any new structure and any structure altered over 100 square feet. 2. Complete the City of Bogart residential and commercial building-permit application and attach floor plans, a plat, and site sketch information 3. Provide contractor licensing information and setback/right-of-way information with the application 4. Submit through the city/county process; the City Clerk calculates the fee and payment is accepted when the permit is picked up 5. Oconee County Code Enforcement performs inspections during construction 6. Complete all required inspections before occupancy; the application states no certificate of occupancy will be issued until all phases of inspection have been performed
How do I schedule a building inspection in Bogart, GA?: Inspections can be scheduled via: .

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