The Building Department is responsible for building plan review, residential site plan review, permitting and inspections on all building construction that takes place in the City of Fairburn.  The department is headed by the City's Property Manger who is supported by a certified staff.  Please do not hesitate to contact the department with any questions or concerns you may have concerning Building Construction in the City of Fairburn.

There are many inquires as what requires a permit in the City of Fairburn. Building permits are required for any new residential or commercial construction as well as any additions or alterations to property.   The following lists several of the more common types of work that require permits.  The list is not all-inclusive; therefore, property owners or agents for the property owners should always contact the Building Department before starting work to find out if a permit is required.  Failure to obtain the proper permits may result in penalties, stop work orders, possible citations, and possible removal of structure in violation.

Requires Permits:

• New Commercial construction (New and Additions/Build-outs)
• New Residential construction
• Fences (over 40" in height)
• Retaining walls 4' and over (6' + requires and engineer certification)
• Accessory structures (storage shed, detached garages, etc. 120 sq ft and over)
• Decks, stoops, & porches (over 29" in height @ F.F.E.)
• Any structural alterations (moving walls, adding doors, etc.)
• Room Additions
• Trades: Anything other than MINOR REPAIR WORK performed by the homeowner. Any work performed by a licensed trade individual requires a permit.
• Swimming pools, hot tubs, fountains which contain at least 24" of water.
• Demolition Permits

Code Requirements and Inspections:
Once a building permit has been granted, certain procedures must be followed.  For inspection information contact the Building Official or Permit Technician. The inspection request line is 770-964-2244 ext. 401.  Inspections must be called in between the hours of 8am and 3pm Monday through Friday.  All inspections are next day inspections.   The City of Fairburn currently uses the Georgia State Minimum Standard Codes.  Information about these codes can be obtained at www.dca.state.ga.us.  

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Building Department Contact:
Harvey Stokes
Building Permit Manager
City of Fairburn
770-964-2244 ext. 401
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Fairburn City Hall 56 Malone Street, Fairburn, Georgia 30213 Phone 770-964-2244 Fax 770-969-3484