At-a-glance
- Licensing body: Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors
- License threshold: Residential Basic Contractor license for projects up to $500,000; Residential Light Commercial over that
- Permit authority: County or city building department
- Typical fees: $100–$400 for a flooring installation permit
License threshold
Any residential flooring project over $2,500 requires a state-licensed contractor. For flooring installations, this is essentially always. Plumbing and electrical work require separately licensed trades.
Metro Atlanta permitting
Cobb, DeKalb, Fulton, Gwinnett, and Cherokee each run their own permit offices. City of Atlanta has its own office separate from Fulton County. Timeline: 5–20 business days.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Georgia require a residential license?+
Yes, for any project over $2,500.
Deep-dive planning guides
Georgia-specific planning guides
Permits in other states
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