Paulding County, GA — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Building & Permitting Division, Paulding County Community Development Department

Street address

240 Constitution Boulevard, First Floor, Dallas, GA 30132

Phone

770-443-7571

commdevpermits@paulding.gov

Coverage

Yorkville is not listed as an incorporated municipality in the Georgia DCA county-municipality listing for Paulding County. Building permits in Yorkville are handled as unincorporated Paulding County permits.

Website

Department website

Additional resources

Paulding County Documents & Forms ↗

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Paulding County

The county issues building, electrical, heating and air-conditioning, and plumbing permits. County FAQ states permits are required for decks, basement finishes, retaining walls over four feet, and above-ground pools.

Scope of work

Permit?

Roofing or siding replacement when no structural work is performed

Exempt

Fences not more than six feet tall

Exempt

Exempt Roofing or siding replacement when no structural work is performed
Exempt Fences not more than six feet tall

Required documents

County permit application
Contractor sheet where applicable
Construction plans
Supporting forms and documentation

Building code: Georgia state minimum construction codes enforced through Paulding County. Current codes include 2024 IBC, 2024 IRC, 2024 IPC, 2024 IMC, 2024 IFGC, 2024 ISPSC, and 2023 NEC with Georgia amendments effective January 1, 2026.
Owner-builder: The county notes homeowner exceptions may apply to contractor licensing rules when a homeowner performs work on their own home.
Contractor requirements: Paulding County generally enforces Georgia state contractor licensing laws.

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: No standard public turnaround was located on the reviewed county pages.

01

Treat Yorkville projects as unincorporated Paulding County projects unless county staff confirms a different jurisdictional status for the parcel.
02

Download the correct county permit application from the Paulding County Building & Permitting Documents & Forms page.
03

Submit the completed application, plans, contractor credentials, and any related approvals to the county Building & Permitting Division.
04

Pay county-assessed permit fees.
05

After issuance, schedule inspections with the county.

Typical processing time: No standard public turnaround was located on the reviewed county pages.

Source: Building & Permitting Division, Paulding County Community Development Department ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Paulding County building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Plan check fee

Contact county Building & Permitting for plan review fees on projects requiring plan review.

Permit fee formula

Residential master permit fees are based on heated square footage and estimated value of construction using the county's published schedule.

Contact the Building & Permitting Division for payment instructions.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

770-505-1398 (phone)
bldginspections@paulding.gov (email)

Inspection hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Typical sequence: Varies by permit type; county building inspectors conduct applicable inspections for all permits issued.

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about unincorporated Paulding County permits

01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Paulding County, GA? ▸

02 How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Paulding County, GA? ▸

Building permit fees in unincorporated Paulding County, GA are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Residential master permit fees are based on heated square footage and estimated value of construction using the county's published schedule.. Plan check fee: Contact county Building & Permitting for plan review fees on projects requiring plan review..

03 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Paulding County, GA? ▸

To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Paulding County, GA, follow these steps: 1. Treat Yorkville projects as unincorporated Paulding County projects unless county staff confirms a different jurisdictional status for the parcel. 2. Download the correct county permit application from the Paulding County Building & Permitting Documents & Forms page. 3. Submit the completed application, plans, contractor credentials, and any related approvals to the county Building & Permitting Division. 4. Pay county-assessed permit fees. 5. After issuance, schedule inspections with the county.

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Paulding County, GA? ▸

Building permit processing times in unincorporated Paulding County, GA typically run No standard public turnaround was located on the reviewed county pages.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Paulding County, GA? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in unincorporated Paulding County, GA. The following work is generally exempt: Roofing or siding replacement when no structural work is performed; Fences not more than six feet tall. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

06 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Paulding County, GA? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Paulding County, GA via: 770-505-1398, bldginspections@paulding.gov.

last verified April 2026 source Building & Permitting Division, Paulding County Community Development Department ↗ entry id permits/georgia/paulding/yorkville

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building & Permitting Division, Paulding County Community Development Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

Unincorporated Paulding County