Macon-Bibb County Building Permit Guide

Macon-Bibb County uses zoning compliance and the Community Connect portal for building permits, plan review, approved plans, inspections, and permit status.

Permit takeaway

Macon-Bibb says applicants can begin applying for the building permit through Community Connect after receiving the zoning compliance letter.

Zoning and placement

The zoning compliance letter comes before the building permit process, so homeowners should not treat building application as the first placement check.

Building and trade review

Community Connect supports electronic permit applications, plan review, approved plan access, inspection scheduling, status checks, and inspection comments.

Call before applying when

Call before applying if zoning compliance is unclear, the project includes residential remodels, decks, accessory structures, trade work, or if the applicant is not the license holder.

Documents to prepare

• Zoning compliance letter
• Community Connect account
• Permit application
• Plans for review
• Contractor license holder information

Inspection planning

• Obtain zoning compliance first
• Submit through Community Connect
• Print approved plans for the jobsite
• Schedule inspections
• Review inspection comments online

Official sources

• Macon-Bibb Obtain a Building Permit
• Macon-Bibb Construction Permit Fee Schedule

This guide is a planning summary. Always verify the current requirements with the local office before starting work.