Temp power permit in Cobb County, Georgia
To get a temporary power pole (t-pole) permit in Cobb County, you file an application with the Community Development Agency through Accela Citizen Access (ACA), pay the fee (typically $50–$100), and pass temporary service inspection. A temporary power pole/service to energize a site during construction — especially common on City of Atlanta jobs, which often pull it as a separate permit. Required to set a temporary service for construction before the permanent service is energized. Atlanta jobs frequently carry it alongside the general electrical permit. PullPermits.ai filing in Cobb is on the way — join the waitlist to hear when it's live.
- Permit type
- Temporary Power Pole (T-Pole)
- Also called
- temp power, T-pole, construction power
- Where to file
- Accela Citizen Access (ACA)
- Typical fee
- $50–$100
- Turnaround
- 1–5 business days for over-the-counter electrical permits
When it's required
When you need a temp power permit
Required to set a temporary service for construction before the permanent service is energized. Atlanta jobs frequently carry it alongside the general electrical permit.
Typical scope of work
- Temporary pole, meter base, and disconnect
- Grounding and weatherproofing
- Georgia Power coordination for temporary service
Common rejection reasons
- Pole/meter height or grounding not to spec
- Filed under the wrong permit type
- Not paired with the required general electrical permit
Fees
Cobb County temp power permit fees
Most residential electrical permits run about $50–$100. Cobb also accepts a one-page emailed sub-contractor electrical form for the fastest path.
| Charge | Amount |
|---|---|
| Cobb County temp power permit feeTemporary Power Pole (T-Pole) permits typically run $50–$175 (Atlanta ~$175 per permit) statewide; Cobb lands in this range. | $50–$100 |
| PullPermits.ai markup on permit feesYou pay city, county, and inspection fees directly, at exact cost — no markup, ever. | $0 |
Figures are approximate. The city or county sets the final fee, and you pay it on its own payment page at exact cost.
Step by step
How to file a temp power permit in Cobb County
The full process through Accela Citizen Access (ACA).
- 1Confirm the jurisdictionResolve the job address to Cobb County and confirm a temporary power pole (t-pole) is the right permit type for the scope of work.
- 2Prepare credentials and formsHave your active Georgia electrical license, business license, and insurance on file, plus business license and proof of insurance.
- 3Draft the applicationDescribe the temp power scope — temporary pole, meter base, and disconnect — and attach any required documents.
- 4Review the fee previewCheck the fee breakdown ($50–$100 in Cobb) before anything is submitted.
- 5File the application in Accela Citizen Access (ACA)Submit the temporary power pole (t-pole) application and pay the Cobb County fee.
- 6Track approval and schedule inspectionWait 1–5 business days for over-the-counter electrical permits, then book temporary service inspection.
Inspections
- Temporary service inspection
- Utility release
Once the permit is issued, you schedule these with Cobb County.
Typical timeline
1–3 business days.
In Cobb County specifically, plan on 1–5 business days for over-the-counter electrical permits.
You approve, we file
How PullPermits.ai will pull your Cobb temp power permit
You stay the named applicant. PullPermits.ai drafts the temporary power pole (t-pole) application and files it through Accela Citizen Access (ACA) under your account — only after you tap approve. You pay the Cobb County fee directly, at exact cost. Cobb is on our rollout list; this is how it works in Atlanta today.
- Step 1
Describe the job
Tell us the Cobb County address and the temp power scope. Your credentials are already on file.
- Step 2
Review the preview
See the full application and the fee breakdown in plain English before anything is filed.
- Step 3
Tap Approve & File
We file with Cobb County; you pay its fee directly, at exact cost — nothing is submitted until you approve.
- Step 4
Get email updates
We track the status and email you each update until the permit is decided.
Cobb temp power permit FAQ
- How much is a temporary power pole (t-pole) permit in Cobb County?
- In Cobb County, a temp power permit typically runs $50–$100. Most residential electrical permits run about $50–$100. PullPermits.ai never marks up the city or county fee.
- How long does a Cobb temp power permit take?
- 1–3 business days. In Cobb County specifically, expect 1–5 business days for over-the-counter electrical permits.
- What inspections does a temporary power pole (t-pole) need?
- Typically: Temporary service inspection, Utility release. You schedule them with Cobb County once the permit is issued.
- Anything specific about filing a temp power in Cobb County?
- A one-page emailed sub-permit form is the fastest filing path; the Accela portal is the online route after.
- Why do temporary power pole (t-pole) permits get rejected?
- The most common reasons: Pole/meter height or grounding not to spec; Filed under the wrong permit type; Not paired with the required general electrical permit.
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