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1. Who is required to obtain a Construction Permit?

Any owner or authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by this Code, or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to the building official and obtain the required permit.

2. Who can build in Coweta?

A homeowner is entitled to work on his own property, but will need to demonstrate his competence through providing detailed design plans and/or calculations that would normally be taken for granted from a State Licensed Professional.

Contractor Licensing & Registration

All electrical, plumbing and mechanical contractors, journeymen and apprentices must be state licensed or state registered, and must also be registered with the City of Coweta before working within City limits.

Senate Bill 306

All contractors must comply with Senate Bill 306 for liability insurance and workers compensation.