Building Inspections
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Effective immediately the following building permit documents will only be accepted through CityView Portal: to access the portal visit our website at www.cherokeecountyga.gov
Documents must be notarized (if required) prior to uploading.
HELP US CONSERVE THE ENVIRONMENT; FAXES WILL NO LONGER BE ACCEPTED AFTER JANUARY 1, 2012
Effective January 1, 2020, The 2018 I-Codes will be in effect.
Effective July 1, 2008 , the State of Georgia will require a license from the State Licensing Board for residential builders and general contractors. Please see the Georgia Secretary of State website for complete information. Additional information is also available at the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association website.
Notice : All building permits issued on and after July 1, 2012 will require installation of high efficiency plumbing fixtures in all new construction. This includes residential and commercial installations.
Notice: All building permits issued on and after January 1, 2011 will require an insulation inspection after approved rough inspection but prior to wall and ceiling cover.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES - The Building Department is responsible for inspecting all phases of residential and commercial construction including new construction, renovations, additions and accessory structures.