What is the plan review process for a building permit?
See the Building Permit Process Flow Chart. After a complete submittal of the required documents is received, plans are circulated to the various plan reviewers. When a reviewer is satisfied the plans meet the required code the plans are forwarded to the next reviewer. Depending upon the nature of your specific project, the specific plan reviewers may change. If the design professionals have addressed all of the requirements, the plans will progress smoothly through the system. If any one or more of the plan reviewers discover that additional information is needed or revisions to the plans are necessary to meet the current requirements, the plans will be placed on hold until all of the concerns are addressed. Once all of the required plan reviewers have approved the plans, a permit specialist will prepare the building permit and notify the contact that the permit is ready to be picked up and the amount of the building permit fee that must be paid.
Building Permit Process Flow Chart

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1. Why do I need a building permit?
2. How do I apply for a building permit?
3. What is the status of my building permit application?
4. How long is my building permit valid?
5. What fees do I need to pay for a building permit?
6. What is the plan review fee?
7. What if my construction encroaches onto city right-of-way?
8. Who do I contact if my construction or demolition involves site development or land disturbance?
9. How long does it take to get a building permit once I submit my plans and application?
10. What is the plan review process for a building permit?
11. When can I pick up my permit?
12. What Building Codes are being enforced?
13. Can I receive an extension on my permit?
14. What is the price of an electrical permit?
15. When will my power be released to Georgia Power?
16. How long does it take to process my electrical permit application?
17. When is a mechanical permit required?
18. What is the price for a mechanical permit?
19. How do I apply for a permit?
20. What is required before a permit is issued?
21. Can I pay cash for my permit?
22. What documentation is required for a mechanical contractor?
23. What mechanical code does the City enforce?
24. What is the price of a plumbing permit application?
25. What plumbing code does the City of Savannah enforce?
26. Can I fax in an application?
27. What is the process for getting a site plan approved?
28. How long does it take to get a site permit once I submit my plans and application?
29. What other permits or approvals do I need for my site development permit?
30. What fees do I need to pay for a site permit?
31. What is the status of my site development permit application?
32. How/when do I get a land disturbance permit?
33. How do I get a Certificate of Occupancy?
34. What kind of bonds does the City require?
35. What form can I use for bonds?
36. How/when do I get my bonds back?
37. How close can I build to the property line?
38. What are the required building setbacks for my property?
39. What do I do when my project is finished?
40. Can I be my own contractor for a construction project on my own home?
41. Who is required to pick up the building permit on commercial projects?