Troup County, GA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

Applies to unincorporated Troup County. Incorporated municipalities in Troup County maintain separate city permit pages and contacts.

Department

Building & Licensing, Troup County Community Development

Address

100 Ridley Avenue, Suite 1300, LaGrange, GA 30240

Phone

(706) 883-1650

Email

CommunityDevelopment@troupcountyga.gov

Website

https://www.troupcountyga.gov/Building/Permits_Inspections

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Apply in person at the Troup County Government Services Center or create a GeoPermits profile and apply online
2. Verify zoning for the parcel through the Property Appraisal records
3. Obtain required prerequisite approvals based on project scope, including septic and well approval from the Troup County Health Department, address assignment if needed, and driveway and land disturbance permits if applicable
4. Submit the completed building permit application with the required plans, site documents, and contractor or homeowner affidavit materials
5. County staff review the submission and determine permit fees based on project valuation
6. Pay fees after approvals are complete
7. Receive the issued permit, post permit cards on site, and schedule required inspections by phone

Source: Building & Licensing, Troup County Community Development

General Requirements

Required for construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, movement, demolition, or occupancy change of structures and for regulated electrical, gas, mechanical, and plumbing work. The county handout specifically lists foundations, framing, decks, porches, pole barns, shops, garages, detached accessory buildings over 120 square feet, swimming pools, and permanent signs.

Required Documents

• Completed application
• Site plan
• Floor plan
• Elevations
• Foundation plan
• Floor and/or roof framing plan when required
• Septic permit
• Land disturbance permit
• Driveway permit if applicable
• Address assignment if applicable
• Contractor information
• Homeowner affidavit if owner-builder
• Additional scope-specific documents such as pool installer invoice, solar electrical plans, or engineered details

Permit validity

Once fees are paid and the permit is active, work must begin within 180 days and be completed within 365 days.

Building code

2018 IBC, 2018 IRC, 2018 IFC, 2018 IPC, 2018 IMC, 2018 IFGC, 2020 NEC, 2015 IECC, and 2018 ISPSC, all with Georgia amendments where applicable

Owner-builder

A homeowner affidavit is required for owner-builders. The county states homeowner affidavits are allowed for 1 project per 24 months and are only for work for the owner's own use and occupancy, not for sale or lease.

Contractor requirements

Residential or general contractor licensing is required for work valued over $2,500 under O.C.G.A. Title 43. Residential building permits must be pulled by the legal property owner or a Georgia licensed contractor.

Fees

Minimum permit fee

$75.00

Plan check fee

No separate public county building plan-review fee schedule was identified

Permit fee formula

Valuation-based. Examples: up to $2,000 is $75; $100,000 is $663; from $100,000 to $199,999 the fee is $663 plus $5 per $1,000 over $100,000; from $200,000 to $299,999 the fee is $1,163 plus $4 per $1,000 over $200,000; from $300,000 to $499,999 the fee is $1,563 plus $3 per $1,000 over $300,000; $500,000 and greater is $2,163 plus $2 per $1,000 over $500,000.

Reinspection fee

$75 per trip

Payment note

Permit fees are paid after review and approval

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

• Detached accessory buildings under 120 square feet
• Fences under 7 feet high
• Retaining walls under 4 feet high
• Sidewalks, driveways, and patios on grade
• Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and similar finish work
• Swing sets and playground equipment
• Interior trim, window treatments, and similar decorating work

Inspections

How to Schedule

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Inspection hours

Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Typical inspection sequence: Site prep; temporary power pole; footings and piers; crawl space or wood floor framing; poured concrete walls; under-slab plumbing and electrical; slab foundations; structural framing; rough MEP; fireplaces and chimneys; insulation; power on structure; ceiling cover-ups and firewalls for commercial work; final inspection and certificate of occupancy; swimming pool grounding and final fencing inspection.

Additional Resources

• Building code: 2018 IBC, 2018 IRC, 2018 IFC, 2018 IPC, 2018 IMC, 2018 IFGC, 2020 NEC, 2015 IECC, and 2018 ISPSC, all with Georgia amendments where applicable
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• Owner-builder rules: View rules
• License lookup guide: Georgia Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Georgia Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Georgia hub: Georgia Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Troup County Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Troup County, GA?

Required for construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, movement, demolition, or occupancy change of structures and for regulated electrical, gas, mechanical, and plumbing work. The county handout specifically lists foundations, framing, decks, porches, pole barns, shops, garages, detached accessory buildings over 120 square feet, swimming pools, and permanent signs.

How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Troup County, GA?

The minimum permit fee is $75.00. Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based. Examples: up to $2,000 is $75; $100,000 is $663; from $100,000 to $199,999 the fee is $663 plus $5 per $1,000 over $100,000; from $200,000 to $299,999 the fee is $1,163 plus $4 per $1,000 over $200,000; from $300,000 to $499,999 the fee is $1,563 plus $3 per $1,000 over $300,000; $500,000 and greater is $2,163 plus $2 per $1,000 over $500,000.. Plan check fee: No separate public county building plan-review fee schedule was identified.

How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Troup County, GA?

1. Apply in person at the Troup County Government Services Center or create a GeoPermits profile and apply online 2. Verify zoning for the parcel through the Property Appraisal records 3. Obtain required prerequisite approvals based on project scope, including septic and well approval from the Troup County Health Department, address assignment if needed, and driveway and land disturbance permits if applicable 4. Submit the completed building permit application with the required plans, site documents, and contractor or homeowner affidavit materials 5. County staff review the submission and determine permit fees based on project valuation 6. Pay fees after approvals are complete 7. Receive the issued permit, post permit cards on site, and schedule required inspections by phone

What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Troup County, GA?

The following work is generally exempt: Detached accessory buildings under 120 square feet; Fences under 7 feet high; Retaining walls under 4 feet high; Sidewalks, driveways, and patios on grade; Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and similar finish work; Swing sets and playground equipment; Interior trim, window treatments, and similar decorating work.

How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Troup County, GA?

Inspections can be scheduled via: , .