1. Applicant submits the following via email to commbldgapplication@cobbcounty.org:
   1. Commercial Permit Application,
   2. Scope of Work Letter (1 page),
   3. Copy of General Contractor’s GEORGIA business & state license (If available),
   4. Authorized agent form,
   5. Copy of applicant’s Photo ID, and a
   6. Digital set of plans in PDF format
   • For files larger than 20MB, send everything listed above minus the plans, request a “shared folder” in the application email.
      
2. Once our office receives and processes the application, you will receive a notification by email, an application number, and the contact information for the other departments involved.
    
3. Our office sends the application, attached plans, and other pertinent information to all departments needed, specific per each application. Each of these departments signs off individually.
    
4. Applicant can contact all departments as needed including Cobb County Fire Marshall’s office (FMO) to discuss and make changes as needed by the FMO.
    
5. Review process must have Water Department, FMO, and Zoning approvals BEFORE reaching the Structural Plan Review’s “QUEUE” for reviews. Applications are reviewed as received in the QUEUE.
6. NO WORK IS TO BE PERORMED UNTIL THE PERMIT IS PAID FOR AND ISSUED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT

1. Applicant forwards FMO’s approved stamped plans to commbldgapplication@cobbcounty.org for further structural review. The link to “MOBILE EYES” is acceptable for larger files.
    
2. Applicant will provide Cobb County a State of Georgia Licensed/ Certified General Contractor’s information, Business license (County within the State of Georgia), and valid ID of GC or Permit Agent, if not previously provided.
    
3. Once the plans have been reviewed and all revisions completed, the County will email the applicant the permit fee based on the original applicant’s construction costs and or valuations found here. (ICC website)
    
4. Once payment has been made, the application becomes a “PERMIT”. The applicant will be emailed the approved stamped set of drawings, the FMO paperwork, and the permit card.
   1. The permit card must be displayed and the approved plans must be maintained on the job site. 
       
5. WORK CAN BE STARTED AFTER THE PERMIT IS ISSUED/ SCHEDULE AN APPROPRIATE INSPECTIONS AT THE APPROPRIATE TIMELINE OF THE PROJECT (SEE BELOW FOR LINK AND INSTRUCTIONS)

1. Inspections can be scheduled via Selectxt (Text to schedule) or via the Cobb County Citizens Access Portal. Due to above average call volume, expect extended wait times if calling in to schedule your inspection.
    
2. Once all applicable building and MEP (Mechanical/ Electrical/ Plumbing) inspections are completed, including Final Inspections, applicant contacts the FMO, separately, for their FMO Final Inspections.
    
3. Once ALL applicable Final Inspections (including the Building, FMO, Arborist, Special Inspections)  has been completed AND passed, the “CO” (Certificate of Occupancy) can be obtained from the Community Development office via email from subpermits@cobbcounty.org. Allow 1-2 business days for a response to your request.

The Community Development office is located at 1150 Powder Springs Street, Suite 400. 770-528-2071

Download the Commercial Permitting Fee Calculator Excel Spreadsheet to determine your approximate permitting fees.

• Commercial Permit Application
• Scope of Work Letter
  • Please limit scope of work letters to one page whenever possible
• Copy of General Contactor's Business & State License
• Authorized Agent form
• Copy of applicant's photo id
• Digital set of plans in PDF format
• Site Plan Review number of Land Disturbance Permit
• Schedule of Special Inspections Report
• Statement of Special Inspections
• Energy Code Affidavit
• Temporary Power Release request
• Temporary Power pole release

All items must be emailed to CommBldgApplication@cobbcounty.org

• Commercial Permit Application
• Scope of Work Letter - New for 2022
  • Please limit scope of work letters to one page whenever possible.
• Applicant's Photo Id
• Contractor's Business license
• Digital set of plans in PDF format
• All items must be emailed to CommBldgApplication@cobbcounty.org

• Commercial Permit Application
• Scope of Work Letter - New for 2022
  • Please limit scope of work letters to one page whenever possible.
• Copy of General Contractor’s Business & State License
• Authorized Agent form
• Copy of applicant's photo id
• Digital set of plans in PDF format

All items must be emailed to CommBldgApplication@cobbcounty.org

Power Use Permit: Electrical provider requires permit and inspection prior to turning the power on at a location

Required Documents:

**Please be sure you have included all of the following required documents in your package. Incomplete packages will not be accepted or retained**

• Subcontractor Permit Application (make sure you have signed application)
• Temporary Power Release form
• Copy of Photo ID of the applicant
• Signed required documents checklist

All items must be emailed to CommBldgApplication@cobbcounty.org

• Commercial Permit Application
• Scope of Work Letter
  • Please limit scope of work letters to one page whenever possible
• Copy of General Contactor's Business & State License
• Authorized Agent form
• Copy of applicant's photo id
• Digital set of plans in PDF format
• Old Certificate of Occupancy of statement or previous use group

All items must be emailed to CommBldgApplication@cobbcounty.org

Demolition permits are required for the complete tear down of commercial buildings. 

The following documents are required to open a demolition permit:

• Commercial Permit Application
• Photos: front, back, and sides of property to be demolished
• Signed Erosion form IF THIS WILL INCLUDE FOUNDATION
• Signed permission letter for demolition from property owner
• Warranty Deed (must be recorded in the right top corner by Cobb County)
• Copy of Business License and/or State License (If Applicable)
• Photo ID
• Signed required documents checklist

Please be sure you have listed accurate email & phone contact information for reviewers to contact you if necessary. 

The following documents are required to open a cell tower permit:

• Commercial Application
• Structural Analysis Report
• Structural Plans – new tower only
• Photo ID of all parties
• Contractors Information:
  • Copy of current GC State License
  • Copy of current GC Business License
  • A permit agent form if someone other than a listed Qualifying Agent is receiving the permit and approved plans
  • Any specialty Contractor must provide a Business License
• Signed required documents checklist

• Zoning Approval is required for all Cell Tower Permits.

Please allow up to 10 business days for all approvals and final payment and issuance of permit.

Please be sure you have listed accurate email & phone contact information for reviewers to contact you if necessary.

• Cobb Required Inspections
• Georgia State Minimum Standard Codes
• Permit Procedures for Townhomes and Residential Condominiums
• IBC Chapter 17 Requirements for Permitting and Final Acceptance
• Architectural Design Guidelines
• Tenant Move-In/Certificate of Occupancy - Permitting Guidelines
• Residential Pool Barrier Requirements
• Authorized Permit Agent Form

The following forms are available for contractors to download, stamp, and submit to the Site Inspections Section.

Dam Compaction Certification

Pond Certification

Wall Certification

Water Quality Certification

Commercial Building Permit Application

Online Inspections:

• Click Here to schedule your inspection online.
• View instructions on how to schedule an inspection on the Online Inspections Portal.
• View step-by-step instructions on how to register for a new account on our Online Inspections Portal.
• Ver instrucciones sobre cómo registrar una cuenta y programar una inspección utilizando el portal de inspecciones en línea.

Authorized Permit Agent Form

Energy Affidavit

Electrical

HVAC

Plumbing

Temporary Pole Approval Form

Temporary Power Release

Sewer Approval Form (Residential Only)

Retaining Wall Permit Application

Click here to visit our dedicated page for Pools and Spas.

Demolition Permits

Demolition Erosion Compliance

Demolition Required Documents Checklist

Vested Interest Letter

Energy  Code Compliance Certificate Form

Teardown/Build Back, In-fill Lots, Lot Splits within a subdivision, and major Additions/renovations

Special Inspections:

• Statement of Special Inspections
• Schedule of Special Inspections
• Special Inspection Acceptance Letter (Word File)