Perry, GA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

Applies inside Perry city limits, including Perry territory in Peach County

Department

Building Permits and Inspections Division, Community Development Department

Address

741 Main Street, Perry, GA 31069

Phone

478-988-2726

Email

dante.braddy@perry-ga.gov

Website

https://perry-ga.gov/business-services/community-development/building-permits

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. If you are a state licensed contractor who has not previously been issued a permit in Perry, contact 478-988-2720 before online submittal
2. Create or use a Citizens Self Service account and upload all required attachments in PDF format
3. For commercial work, hold the required pre-application meeting before formal plan submittal
4. City Community Development and Perry Fire and Emergency Services complete plan review; all required reviews must be completed before permit issuance
5. Pay associated fees through the city process
6. Request inspections through the Citizens Self Service Portal; a Certificate of Occupancy is issued after all inspections pass

Typical processing time: Commercial plans 30 business days; residential plans 10 business days; resubmittals restart the review clock

Source: Building Permits and Inspections Division, Community Development Department

General Requirements

Perry states permits are required for residential, commercial, and industrial structures, additions, swimming pools, renovations, remodels, accessory structures over 199 square feet, and certain electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work

Required Documents

• PDF attachments through Citizens Self Service
• For commercial: pre-application meeting required
• Coordinated fire/community development review required

Building code

Perry states that building codes are adopted by City Council and the State of Georgia; the Inspection Division enforces the minimum building codes adopted by the City of Perry and the State of Georgia. DCA code list: https://dca.georgia.gov/current-state-minimum-standard-codes

Owner-builder

Homeowners may pull permits for work on their own residence, must reside there, may not hire an unlicensed person for work that requires a state licensed contractor, and must provide the required homeowner affidavit/materials

Contractor requirements

State licensed contractors must provide a copy of the state license; if someone other than the license holder requests the permit, an affidavit, IDs, and a Georgia occupational tax certificate are required; trade contractors must provide similar state license information

Fees

Minimum permit fee

58

Plan check fee

145

Permit fee formula

Structure permits are largely inspection-based; MEP single equipment replacement is $98 flat; garages/sheds/accessory structures are $235 flat; solid waste and water consumption charges are separate add-ons

Reinspection fee

180

Payment note

Current fee schedule lists standard administrative fee $56 each and online administrative fee $29 each

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Building Permits and Inspections Division, Community Development Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

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Time windows

No public daily inspection window was posted

Typical inspection sequence: Perry states inspections occur after permitting and before certificate of occupancy or business license issuance; the city also publishes separate Field Inspection Procedures

A building may not be occupied without a Certificate of Occupancy

Additional Resources

• Building code: Perry states that building codes are adopted by City Council and the State of Georgia; the Inspection Division enforces the minimum building codes adopted by the City of Perry and the State of Georgia. DCA code list: https://dca.georgia.gov/current-state-minimum-standard-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

Frequently Asked Questions

Perry Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Perry, GA?

Perry states permits are required for residential, commercial, and industrial structures, additions, swimming pools, renovations, remodels, accessory structures over 199 square feet, and certain electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work

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

The minimum permit fee is 58. Fees are calculated as: Structure permits are largely inspection-based; MEP single equipment replacement is $98 flat; garages/sheds/accessory structures are $235 flat; solid waste and water consumption charges are separate add-ons. Plan check fee: 145.

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

1. If you are a state licensed contractor who has not previously been issued a permit in Perry, contact 478-988-2720 before online submittal 2. Create or use a Citizens Self Service account and upload all required attachments in PDF format 3. For commercial work, hold the required pre-application meeting before formal plan submittal 4. City Community Development and Perry Fire and Emergency Services complete plan review; all required reviews must be completed before permit issuance 5. Pay associated fees through the city process 6. Request inspections through the Citizens Self Service Portal; a Certificate of Occupancy is issued after all inspections pass

How long does it take to get a building permit in Perry, GA?

Typical processing time is Commercial plans 30 business days; residential plans 10 business days; resubmittals restart the review clock.

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

Inspections can be scheduled via: .

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