IMPORTANT NOTICE regarding Energy Conservation Code and Certified Duct

and Envelope Tightness (DET) Testing effective 7/1/2011.

Inspections

The Inspections office is responsible for administering and enforcing all applicable building codes with regard to residential and commercial construction in the permitting jurisdiction of the unincorporated areas of Cobb County, as well as providing assistance to our customers so that they may understand and meet the code requirements for their project.

In order to protect the health, safety and welfare of the citizens in the permitting jurisdiction of the unincorporated areas of Cobb County, all construction must meet a series of requirements set forth by specific building codes. This includes new construction, additions to existing structures and remodeling. Both residential and commercial construction must meet these codes, and it is our job to enforce them.

To request an erosion inspection or re-inspection, please call (770) 528-2190 and provide the following information: building permit number, contact name, contact number, date of the request and lot number/address.  Also, for larger developments please provide the: SPR permit number, contact name, contact number, date of the request and site address.

Contact numbers to discuss issues with Inspections
If you need to speak to someone regarding a permit please contact the applicable section. Please have your permit number available when placing call.

Electrical Section: 770-528-2086 Inspector Territory Map
Plumbing/Mechanical Section: 770-528-2157 Inspector Territory Map
Residential & Commercial Building section: 770-528-2051 Inspector Territory Map
Residential Permit Office: 770-528-2060, 770-528-2062, or 770-528-2061
Commercial Permit office: 770-528-2071
Cobb County Water/Sewer System: 770-419-6320

The current codes adopted by Cobb County Commission as required by the Georgia Department of Communities Affair are as follows:

Erosion Inspections

To request an erosion inspection or reinspection, please call (770) 528-2190 and provide the following information: building permit number, contact name, contact number, date of the request and lot number/address.  Also, for larger developments please provide the: SPR permit number, contact name, contact number, date of the request and site address.

How to Schedule an Inspection
To request an Inspection call the IVR system at 770-528-2073. Below is a list of the new inspection codes for the system. These codes are also available by phone when you dial the IVR system. Also, please have your permit number available when calling. AIRS phone number is also located on the permit. Inspections requested will be performed within two business days.

COBB IVR INSPECTION CODES

2012 Advisory Board Meeting Dates

Construction Board of Adjustments and Appeals

Home Builders Advisory Board

Electrical Advisory Board

Plumbing Advisory Board

Heating Advisory Board