Under the Planning & Development umbrella, Building & Inspections are responsible for the city’s structural integrity, ensuring all development is safe, compliant, and aesthetically appealing. The department’s purpose is to issue building permits and conduct inspections for all new construction, alterations, repairs, removals, and demolition. Their office reviews all building plans to confirm that the proposal complies with the ICC 2018 Codes with Georgia Amendments. Whether you’re embarking on a new construction venture or planning a renovation, we’re here to guide you through the process.
Beginning April 1, 2024, all Building & Inspections forms and applications will utilize an online submission portal. Please note that while hard-copy submissions will still be accepted, digital copies of documents may also be required. Additionally, certain digital submissions will still require provision of hard-copy documents, i.e., development plans, plats for recording, bonds, etc.
In order to access the portal, users will need to register an account in the system. Individual accounts are issued to users; however, users may need to added additional named contacts to a project in order to provide them access to view or amend. As such, firms that have multiple users and wish to coordinate the submission process are encouraged to create and utilize a shared email address for the organization.
Below are the current state minimum standard codes for construction as adopted by the Department of Community Affairs (DCA).
Mandatory Codes as Adopted by the DCA:
- International Building Code, 2024 Edition, with Georgia Amendments
- 2026 (PDF, 2.97 MB)
- International Residential Code, 2024 Edition, with Georgia Amendments
- 2026 (PDF, 4.4 MB)
- International Fire Code, 2024 Edition
- International Plumbing Code, 2024 Edition, with Georgia Amendments
- 2026 (PDF, 335.07 KB)
- International Mechanical Code, 2024 Edition, with Georgia Amendments
- 2026 (PDF, 328.68 KB)
- International Fuel Gas Code, 2024 Edition, with Georgia Amendments
- 2026 (PDF, 258.96 KB)
- National Electrical Code, 2023 Edition, with Georgia Amendments
- 2026 (PDF, 311.86 KB)
- International Energy Conservation Code, 2015 Edition, with Georgia Supplements and Amendments
- International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, 2024 Edition, with Georgia Amendments
- 2026 (PDF, 310.62 KB)
For information and questions regarding the Life Safety Code (NFPA 101), IFC Georgia Amendments or the Georgia Accessibility Code please contact the State Fire Marshal’s Office.
Permissive Codes as Adopted by the DCA:
- International Property Maintenance Code, 2018 Edition, with Georgia Amendments
- 2021 (PDF, 263.53 KB)
- International Existing Building Code, 2018 Edition, with Georgia Amendments
- 2021 (PDF, 249.74 KB)
The codes are mandated by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs and can be viewed online. For additional code and amendment information, visit the Georgia Department of Community Affairs.