Building Inspections

All permits are required to obtain inspections at the time (1) prior to the pouring of footings or concrete slabs; (2) prior to any covering of the framing; (3) After insulation has been installed and all penetrations are sealed (Blown attic insulation will be inspected on final) & (4) a final after all items are completed. All construction must comply with the Minimum Construction Codes as adopted by the State of Georgia and all City of Dallas Ordinances, Procedures and Regulations.

  • Building Permit must be posted on the lot before calling for an inspection. If your home is not visible from the road, post the Building Permit at the beginning of your driveway.
  • If the lot is in a Subdivision, lot numbers must be placed on all lots.
  • The General Contractor/Builder must call the City of Dallas for a Footing, Plumbing in Slab (If Applicable), a Rough Inspection (Includes: Framing, Plumbing, Electrical and HVAC at the same time), an Insulation inspection and a Final Inspection.
  • For Doublewides: Manufactured homes/doublewides must comply with section 44-139 (3) of the City of Dallas Zoning Ordinance.

For inspections, please call 770-443-8110 ext. 1203 or email inspections@dallas-ga.gov and provide the following information:

  • Name listed on permit
  • Phone Number
  • Permit Number 
  • Address and location
  • Type of inspection requested
  • Give the date inspection is wanted

Inspections within Dallas City Limits are carried out by Bureau Veritas  every Tuesday and Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Inspections will be made the next scheduled inspection day following the request. Inspections for the next day should be called in before 2:00 p.m...

(If you schedule an inspection and the work is not complete, there will be a $25.00 fee for the first re-inspection. There will be a $50.00 fee for the second re-inspection and a $100.00 fee for the third re-inspection.)

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