Doraville waives permit fees for home improvement

Doraville has once again approved waiving specified permits for residential improvements. The goal is to encourage beautification in the city. The list of projects that qualify for waiver includes: fence building, patio covers, balcony or concrete patio, retaining wall, shed or storage building, swimming pool construction and the following trade permits: electronic, plumbing, or mechanical; tree service permit; residential driveway or parking pad; residential garage, carport or deck building; and structural roof repair.

“From April 1 to June 1, Doraville residents will not have to pay a permit fee on specified projects, but will still have to get inspections and follow other normal protocols required with any type of home repair,” says City Manager Shawn Gillen.