The City of Suwanee requires building permits prior to construction or remodeling activity in order to help protect and maintain the health, welfare, and safety of our citizens and business patrons. Building permits ensure that proper inspections are performed; the inspections, in turn, verify that the construction or remodeling of a residence or business complies with code requirements. (See list of codes below.)

Permits are required for any work undertaken to construct, enlarge, alter, or repair any structure (including re-roofs) as well as for changes to electrical, plumbing, HVAC, or other mechanical systems. These activities include all new construction as well as room additions; basement, attic, or garage finishes; moving walls; water heater replacement; electric service replacement; construction of decks over 30 inches in height; and accessory buildings larger than 200 square feet, to name a few. Building permits are not required for minor repair, cabinetry, painting, etc.

Prior to starting a project, it’s a good idea to contact the inspections department at
770-945-8996 or by email. Our staff can help determine whether or not a project requires a building permit.

Staring January 1^st for "Online Permit & Schedule Inspection",
please enroll with Pin that was sent out on 12/16/2022

Online Permit Application

• Residential
• Contractor
• Contractor Account Creation

Schedule Inspection

INSPECTION PROCEDURE

READINESS POLICY: All items subject to inspection must be completed (ready for inspection) prior to the inspection being requested.

• Schedule Inspection