Dunwoody is a thriving suburb just north of Atlanta, in DeKalb county. It’s a popular area among young professionals and families looking to live within commuting distance of Atlanta while enjoying life in the suburbs. With its blend of older neighborhoods and newer developments, Dunwoody offers a wide range of housing options. For those in older homes, there are great opportunities to add value through renovations and modern upgrades.
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Before you can do any electrical work in your Dunwoody home or business, you’ll have to
apply for a permit with the city. There is a convenient online platform that allows you to apply for a permit and pay a fee. You’ll need a single trade component permit for most electrical projects. If you have questions, you can contact City Hall at 678-382-6700 or visit 4800 Ashford Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody, GA 30338. Note that you don’t need to navigate the permitting process on your own. Your contractor can handle this process for you. It’s usually simpler to let your contractor handle the permitting and inspection process with the city, since they can submit the technical details of your project to City Hall. Before hiring an electrical contractor for your project, make sure they have a valid license. You can check by visiting
Georgia Secretary of State website For instance, if you look up Kalahari Electrical Services, you’ll find our license number (EN213186).
- Most electrical projects require a permit issued by the City of Dunwoody.
- If you live outside of city limits, you should apply for a permit with DeKalb County.
- It can take a few days for the city or county to review your permit application, so plan ahead.
- You don’t have to submit a permit application yourself. It’s usually best to let your contractor handle it.
- To make sure you’re hiring a licensed electrical contractor for your project, use the Georgia Secretary of State website.