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Department of Planning and Development Online Services

The following services are now available Online:

• Search for existing Building, Development, Fire or Planning permits or cases
• Request a Building, Development or Fire Inspection
• Renew a Building Permit (requires login)
• Submit a Subcontractor Affidavit or registration for a Licensed Professional (requires login)
• Report any Code Enforcement, Fire Marshal or Planning and Development code violation

Access the online portal

If you have any questions concerning these services please call 678.518.6000 or e-mail pnd@gwinnettcounty.com.

Online Services Instructions and Portals

Obtain An Online Residential Building Permit

The following residential building permits may be obtained on the E-Services website:

1. Building permit for construction of a single family residence including townhouses separated
by a 2-hour fire-resistance-rated wall.

All applicable approvals must be obtained prior to submitting the building permit application including but not limited to House Location Plan (HLP), Residential Drainage Plan (RDP), Environmental Health, architectural elevations, and construction drawings for townhouses and single-family residences with floor area of 7,500 square feet or greater.

NOTE: The permit card must be picked up at:

Department of Planning and Development
446 West Crogan Street Suite 300
Lawrenceville, GA 30046

Instructions:

Residential Building Permit Application Online Submittal Guide (PDF)
Access the E-Services website and login as a registered user (or create a new user account if not registered.)

2. Building permit to replace HVAC equipment for single-family residences only.

3. Building permit to replace a water heater for single-family residences only.

4. Vacant structure registration.

Instructions for Permits 2, 3, 4:

Access the E-Services website and login as a registered user (or create a new user account if not registered.)
Click on “Building & Fire” tab and follow the online instructions.

The Department of Planning and Development is committed to issuing each residential building permit within three (3) business days following receipt of the completed application with all applicable approvals.

For assistance with online submittal, contact Building Permits staff at (678) 518-6020.