Get a Building Permit

Applying for a Building Permit

All building permit applications must be filed at City Hall.  Plans reviews are required for most projects costing $5,000 or more.  

Contractors, plumbers, electricians and heating/air tradesmen must bring a current business license and state card to include with the application. 

Applications

Duct & Envelope Tightness (DET) Requirement

The DET verification testing became mandatory and applicable statewide for all new residential buildings that are permitted on or after July 1, 2011.

The following information is provided to help locate certified Duct and Envelope Tightness (DET) verifiers which can perform the duct envelope and tightness testing (blower door and duct blaster test). Information can be found in the supporting documents below.

Brochures

Smoke Alarm Safety Tips

Checklists for Construction Plan Review 

(Does not include information regarding Civil Plan Review)

Plan Review Checklist

More documents can be found in our Document Center in the Builiding Permit folder.  If further information is needed, contact us at (770)463-3377 or cwynn [at] citypalmetto.com (email us).