Building Permits in DeKalb County, Georgia
We checked DeKalb County's own official pages for 4 types of projects (pool, solar panels, home addition, demolition). Permits are issued by DeKalb County. Every rule below links to the page it was taken from, so you can confirm it before you start work.
DeKalb County rules
Pool
- Conditions
- Appropriate pool fencing and an electrical permit are also required source: dekalbcountyga.gov
Solar Panels
- Conditions
- Installation of solar panels or solar energy systems must comply with applicable zoning, building, and safety regulations source: dekalbcountyga.gov
Home Addition
- Permit required
- Yes source: dekalbcountyga.gov
Demolition
- Permit required
- Yes source: dekalbcountyga.gov
Where to apply
DeKalb County · official website
Georgia statewide rules
State defaults apply everywhere in the state; cities and counties may add stricter local rules.
- Building code
- 2024 International Residential Code source: cobbcounty.gov
- Issued by
- Georgia Department of Community Affairs source: cobbcounty.gov