Milton's Pool Permit Process

The City of Milton's pool permit process aims to ensure pools are built safely and effectively for homeowners and neighbors. City staff put together a workshop -- that was initially and is now virtual -- to help people understand and navigate the process  

• PRESENTATION: Click HERE for a slide-by-slide explanation on how things work and what you should know
• CHECKLIST: Click HERE for a step-by-step list on what needs to be done to build a pool the right way.
• VIDEO: Click HERE to watch the Pool Permit Presentation and (after a 30-minute break) the Q&A session.

If you have questions, you can call the Community Development Department at (678) 242-2545 or contact one of the individual City staff members listed below.

DOCUMENTS YOU WILL NEED

1. Complete the Permit Application (to download/print, click link)
2. Complete the Pool Permit Package (to download, click link)
3. Contractor - copy of state and business license

ADDITIONAL FORMS YOU MAY NEED

1. Variance Application
2. Building Permit

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

If your lot has septic or a well, approval from the Fulton County Environmental Health Department will be required in the permit application.

You will also need Fulton County Water/Sewer Department approval (or evidence of existing backflow preventor).

NOTE:  These forms are in addition to the site plans, construction plans or other outside documentation (i.e. Fulton County Environmental Health Department approvals).

If you fail to provide all required documentation, issuance of your permit will be delayed.

Note: Click here to calculate permit fees.

CONTACT NUMBERS

Community Development Department: (678) 242-2545
Chief Building Official: Gary Mullinix (678) 242-2547
Plans Examiner: Rick Slay (678) 242-2582
City Arborist: Sandra DeWitt (678) 242-2552
Fulton County Environmental Health Services:  (404) 332-1801
Fulton County Water/Sewer Department:  (404) 612-7518