Building Permits in Roswell, GA

Check permit requirements for home improvement projects in Roswell. Select a project type below to see local requirements, estimated fees, and how to apply.

104 Permit Rules
28 Project Types
$25 – $5,000 Permit Fee Range
IRC 2018 Building Code
1 Lookups (90 days)

Key Exemptions in Roswell

These projects typically don't require a building permit in Roswell:

Cosmetic bathroom renovations (paint, tile, fixtures in same location) do not require a permit in Roswell, GA.

Small at-grade patio slabs under 120 square feet are typically exempt from building permits per IRC R105.2 (extended via local amendment). The slab must be at-grade (not more than 30 inches above adjacent grade) and not part of an accessible route.

Freestanding decks not exceeding 30 inches above grade do not require a building permit in Roswell, GA.

Replacing an existing driveway in the same footprint with no changes to the curb cut is generally exempt from permit requirements.

Replacing a light fixture or outlet in-kind does not require an electrical permit in Roswell, GA.

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Roswell Building Department

NameCommunity Development Department
Address38 Hill St, Suite 130, Roswell, GA 30075
HoursMon-Fri 8am-5pm
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