Clarkston is a compact, welcoming city in DeKalb County known for its diverse community and older, affordable housing stock, with many homes clustered near Downtown Clarkston, Indian Creek, and along Brockett Road. Because so many of these homes were built decades before modern electrical codes, upgrades here often qualify for utility rebates and can significantly improve both safety and property value. Georgia Power, which serves Clarkston, offers rebates for certain energy-efficient upgrades that can help offset costs.
City and County Resources
The City of Clarkston issues its own residential electrical permits through its Planning and Development Department. Permits are required for most significant electrical work, including new circuits, panel upgrades, and major rewiring. Applications can be submitted by email to permits@cityofclarkston.com or in person at Clarkston City Hall, and the city reviews plans for code compliance and conducts inspections during and after the work.
- Clarkston requires permits for new circuits, panel upgrades, and major rewiring.
- Submit permit applications via email to permits@cityofclarkston.com or in person at Clarkston City Hall.
- The city reviews plans for code compliance and inspects work during and after completion.
- Georgia adopted the 2023 NEC, effective statewide January 1, 2025; all permitted work in Clarkston must comply.
- Call Georgia 811 at least 3 business days before any outdoor digging to locate underground utilities.
- Your licensed electrician typically handles the permit application and inspection scheduling on your behalf.