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Building Permits in Atlanta, Georgia

PermitStack indexes 52,511 building permits issued in Atlanta, Georgia, with 23,740 issued in the last 12 months alone. Search by address, contractor, category, and date via our free REST API.

52,511
Total permits
23,740
Last 12 months
2,923
Last 30 days
vs same period prior year
Aug 21, 2026
Latest permit

Permits by category (last 12 months)

Most common permit types issued in the last year.

Electrical
8,426
HVAC
4,487
Plumbing
3,462
Interior remodel
2,781
Renovation
2,271
Addition
1,284
New construction
840
Fire alarm
806
Signage
728
Demolition
601

Permit data by trade in Atlanta

Drill into the most common permit categories in Atlanta.

Top contractors in Atlanta

Most active contractors by permit volume in Atlanta.

Most recent permits

The 10 most recent permits issued in Atlanta, Georgia. Full dataset available via REST API.

IssuedPermit #AddressCategoryDescription
2026-08-21BE-2026058312522 ALSTON DR SEElectricalElectrical work will involve touching electrical feeders. Building Permit PV-20260...
2026-08-21BM-202604043311 PROSPECT ST NEHVACreplace heat pump
2026-08-21BT-2026017742819 TUPELO ST SEElectricalTemporary Power
2026-08-21BB-202607345723 PONCE DE LEON CT NEAdditionRepair existing driveway and existing retaining wall in kind
2026-08-21BP-2026033401946 PINEDALE DR NWPlumbingInstallation of Water and Sewer
2026-08-21BB-2026073692135 LA DAWN LN NWDemolition1. Standard 4-Foot Picket Fencing (Segments B, C, F, G, H, I, K, M)Height & St...
2026-08-21BB-202607346239 LOWRY ST NE, UNIT BPlumbingSCOPE OF WORK: Storm Drain(1). Cut concrete to locate existing pipe.(2). Excavate...
2026-08-21BE-2026058251330 ELIZABETH AVE SWElectricalNew Construction Home
2026-08-21BM-2026040373429 HABERSHAM RD NWHVACreplace HVAC system
2026-08-21BP-2026033433049 DELMAR LN NWPlumbingRough in plumbing and set out fixtures

Access Atlanta permit data via API

Query Atlanta, Georgia permits with a single HTTP request. Returns JSON with address, category, status, dates, and full description.

# Search all Atlanta permits issued this month
curl -H "X-API-Key: YOUR_KEY" \
  "https://api.permit-stack.com/v1/permits/search?city=Atlanta&state=GA&issued_after=2026-04-01"

Other cities we cover

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FAQ

Where does PermitStack get Atlanta permit data?

We ingest data directly from the official Atlanta open data portal (ArcGIS Hub) daily. This is the same source used by the city's own public dashboards, normalized into a consistent JSON schema across our U.S. jurisdictions.

How current is the Atlanta data?

Our automated ingestion runs daily at 03:00 UTC. The latest permit in our database for Atlanta, Georgia was issued on August 21, 2026. Permit backlogs on the city side may mean some permits take a few days to appear.

Can I access Atlanta permits without an API key?

Yes — our free tier includes 100 requests per day, enough to search and filter Atlanta permits interactively. Sign up for a free API key to get started.

Can I export Atlanta permit data?

Yes. CSV export is available on every plan, including free, with the row cap rising by tier. Real-time webhooks for changed permits are on the Developer plan and above.

How long does an Atlanta building permit take to issue?

Most Atlanta permits are issued on the same day they are filed, reflecting electronic submission and same-day processing for routine permit types. Larger or more complex projects (new construction, major additions) often take longer.

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