Lexington, GA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

Municipal permit authority for work inside Lexington city limits

Department

City of Lexington

Address

223 Main St, Lexington, GA 30648

Phone

(706) 743-3322

Email

Clerk@lexingtonga.org

Website

https://lexingtonga.org/forms/

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Confirm the property is inside Lexington city limits and use the Forms and Documents page to obtain the current permit form and fee schedule
2. Complete the residential building permit application with owner, contractor, zoning, map and parcel, project description, square footage, estimated construction cost, and contact information
3. Submit the plans and permit application to the city for review; form includes plan review and certificate-of-occupancy fee lines
4. Pay the applicable administrative, permit, plan review, and certificate-of-occupancy fees before the permit is issued
5. Complete inspections and obtain the certificate of occupancy or certificate of completion where applicable

Source: City of Lexington

General Requirements

Lexington requires permits for residential, commercial, and industrial construction; additions and alterations; trade permits; signs requiring a building permit; demolition; fence permits; pool permits; temporary construction trailers; structure moves; driveway permits; repair permits; manufactured homes; and contractor/permit transfers

Required Documents

• Job site address
• Project name
• Use classification
• Zoning class
• Map and parcel
• Description of work
• Owner and contractor details
• Georgia license number for general contractor
• Flood-zone notation
• Bedroom and bathroom count
• Foundation type
• Square footage
• Estimated cost of construction
• Plans and specifications where applicable

Permit validity

Extensions available at $150 for 3 months

Building code

Construction must comply with International Building Codes, which in Georgia means the applicable Georgia State Minimum Standard Codes with Georgia amendments

Owner-builder

No Lexington-specific owner-builder rule found; Georgia state law applies

Contractor requirements

Permit form requires general contractor's Georgia license number; Georgia state contractor licensing rules apply

Fees

Minimum permit fee

$100

Plan check fee

New single-family residential review 25% of permit fee; residential renovations/additions 25% of permit fee; commercial/industrial plan reviews 50% of permit fee

Permit fee formula

Valuation-based permit fee table; $1,000 and less is $100 minimum, then graduated fee tiers by valuation; new construction valuation based on actual contract cost or latest ICC valuation data

Reinspection fee

$85 per added trip

Penalty (no permit)

200% of original permit fee for work done without a permit

Payment note

Fees are collected prior to issuance of permit

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Lexington to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Typical inspection sequence: Fee schedule confirms permit, review, and certificate-of-occupancy workflow; full posted inspection sequence not found

Additional Resources

• Building code: Construction must comply with International Building Codes, which in Georgia means the applicable Georgia State Minimum Standard Codes with Georgia amendments
• 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

Frequently Asked Questions

Lexington Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Lexington, GA?

Lexington requires permits for residential, commercial, and industrial construction; additions and alterations; trade permits; signs requiring a building permit; demolition; fence permits; pool permits; temporary construction trailers; structure moves; driveway permits; repair permits; manufactured homes; and contractor/permit transfers

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

The minimum permit fee is $100. Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based permit fee table; $1,000 and less is $100 minimum, then graduated fee tiers by valuation; new construction valuation based on actual contract cost or latest ICC valuation data. Plan check fee: New single-family residential review 25% of permit fee; residential renovations/additions 25% of permit fee; commercial/industrial plan reviews 50% of permit fee.

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

1. Confirm the property is inside Lexington city limits and use the Forms and Documents page to obtain the current permit form and fee schedule 2. Complete the residential building permit application with owner, contractor, zoning, map and parcel, project description, square footage, estimated construction cost, and contact information 3. Submit the plans and permit application to the city for review; form includes plan review and certificate-of-occupancy fee lines 4. Pay the applicable administrative, permit, plan review, and certificate-of-occupancy fees before the permit is issued 5. Complete inspections and obtain the certificate of occupancy or certificate of completion where applicable

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