When is a permit required? Print

A building permit is required for any construction activity except ordinary repair or routine maintenance.  If in doubt as to whether or not a building permit is required, it would be advantageous to contact the Building Department (678-493-6220) and ask if a permit is required first before proceeding.  Visit the Construction Reviews and Permits page for additional information requiring the permitting process.
 
When are plans required to be sealed by an architect? Print

Plans for assembly, educational, daycare, and institutional occupancies as well as buildings 5000 square feet or greater require stamped architectural drawings.

 
Do I need to submit my plans to the State Fire Marshal’s Office for review as well? Print

The following commercial buildings are reviewed by the State Fire Marshal’s Office and not by the local jurisdiction as set forth by O.C.G.A Section 25-2-12(2):

  • Hospitals
  • Nursing Homes
  • Ambulatory Health Care Centers
  • Structures owned and operated by the state
  • Penal Institutions/Jails
 
What is your standard turnaround time for plan review? Print
Turn around time for plan review may vary depending on current plan submittal volume.  Our target turnaround time for a typical set of plans is 2 weeks (14 business days).  Larger and/or more complex commercial projects can take as long as 4 weeks (28 business days).
 
What is the fee for plans to be reviewed by the Fire Marshal’s Office? Print

The Fire Marshal’s Office fees can be found on our Fee Schedule.  Contact the other appropriate Departments involved in the permitting process to find out what additional fees they may require for their reviews and/or inspections.

 
How and when should I pay for fees due to the Fire Marshal’s Office? Print

Payments should be made by check and should be made out to the Cherokee County Fire Marshal’s Office with the project name written on the check.  All necessary payments must made prior to picking up permits and job site plans from the Development Services Center.

 
When does a permit expire? Print

Permits expire six (6) months (180 days) after issue date if no work has commenced. Permits also expire when work has started but discontinued for twelve (12) months (365 days) from the last inspection date.