A building permit must be obtained for both new construction and renovations of and additions to existing buildings. Before you may construct a new facility or renovate an existing one, you must have this permit. Once you have obtained a building permit, complied with the regulations pertaining to the area you are in, and construction is complete, your facility will be inspected. You will then apply for a Certificate of Occupancy. Without this certificate, it is illegal for your business to reside in the facility.

Within the Dahlonega City limits:

Dahlonega City Hall

465 Riley Road

Dahlonega, GA 30533

(706) 864-6133

Outside any city limits:

Lumpkin County Planning Office

99 Courthouse Hill

Dahlonega, GA 30533

(706) 864-6894