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Building Permit Needed?

* Applicants with a current Johns Creek contractor's license can apply online for RES-Quik permits.

 
Description of Work
Permit Needed?		 Eligible for
RES-Quik?
1. Accessory structure for use as a storage building Yes    
2. Children's playhouse (maximum of 120 sq. ft)   No  
3. Appliance replacement using plug-in devices   No  
4. Appliance replacement using permanent hardwired devices such as piping or wiring Yes    
5. Bathroom fixture repair or replacement   No  
6. Bathroom fixture repair or replacement needing piping alterations Yes    
7. New buildings – commercial or residential Yes    
8. Change in building's use or occupancy classification Yes    
9. New deck construction or structural repairs Yes    
10. Simple deck repairs (non-structural)   No  
11. Driveway repairs   No  
12. Enlarging footprint of driveway in river corridor Yes    
13. Enlarging footprint of driveway outside river corridor No    
14. New doors or windows requiring structural alterations Yes    
15. Window or door replacement not requiring structural alterations   No  
16. Electrical service or repair Yes    
17. New electrical circuit Yes    
18. New fireplace or stove Yes    
19. Interior remodel including either drywall, lighting, and/or non-structural framing Yes    
20. Interior projects that are limited to painting, tiling, carpeting and/or trim work   No  
21. Replacement of furnace or A/C systems Yes    
22. Replacement of water heater Yes    
23. Replacement of ductwork Yes    
24. New plumbing fixture requiring piping alterations Yes    
25. Gas piping Yes    
26. Swimming pools or spas Yes    
27. Garage door repair or replacement   No  
28. Minor repairs to roof covering   No  
29. New roof covering or roof decking Yes   Yes *
30. Retaining walls 48" or taller Yes    
31. Retaining walls that are less than 48"   No  
32. New exterior siding, masonry or stucco finish Yes   Yes *
33. New exterior brick or stone masonry Yes    
33. Minor repair to damaged siding, masonry or stucco No    

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