Temp power permit in DeKalb County, Georgia
To get a temporary power pole (t-pole) permit in DeKalb County, you file an application with the Planning & Sustainability through DeKalb CIVICS portal, pay the fee (typically $50–$130), 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 DeKalb 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
- DeKalb CIVICS portal
- Typical fee
- $50–$130
- Turnaround
- 3–7 business days
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
DeKalb County temp power permit fees
Residential electrical permits typically run about $50–$130.
| Charge | Amount |
|---|---|
| DeKalb County temp power permit feeTemporary Power Pole (T-Pole) permits typically run $50–$175 (Atlanta ~$175 per permit) statewide; DeKalb lands in this range. | $50–$130 |
| 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 DeKalb County
The full process through DeKalb CIVICS portal.
- 1Confirm the jurisdictionResolve the job address to DeKalb 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 a dekalb civics portal account (registration is a one-time setup).
- 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–$130 in DeKalb) before anything is submitted.
- 5File the application in DeKalb CIVICS portalSubmit the temporary power pole (t-pole) application and pay the DeKalb County fee.
- 6Track approval and schedule inspectionWait 3–7 business days, then book temporary service inspection.
Inspections
- Temporary service inspection
- Utility release
Once the permit is issued, you schedule these with DeKalb County.
Typical timeline
1–3 business days.
In DeKalb County specifically, plan on 3–7 business days.
You approve, we file
How PullPermits.ai will pull your DeKalb temp power permit
You stay the named applicant. PullPermits.ai drafts the temporary power pole (t-pole) application and files it through DeKalb CIVICS portal under your account — only after you tap approve. You pay the DeKalb County fee directly, at exact cost. DeKalb is on our rollout list; this is how it works in Atlanta today.
- Step 1
Describe the job
Tell us the DeKalb 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 DeKalb 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.
DeKalb temp power permit FAQ
- How much is a temporary power pole (t-pole) permit in DeKalb County?
- In DeKalb County, a temp power permit typically runs $50–$130. Residential electrical permits typically run about $50–$130. PullPermits.ai never marks up the city or county fee.
- How long does a DeKalb temp power permit take?
- 1–3 business days. In DeKalb County specifically, expect 3–7 business days.
- What inspections does a temporary power pole (t-pole) need?
- Typically: Temporary service inspection, Utility release. You schedule them with DeKalb County once the permit is issued.
- Anything specific about filing a temp power in DeKalb County?
- The CIVICS portal has a CAPTCHA on registration — a one-time, human-assisted account setup.
- 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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Working a job somewhere else? Find your jurisdiction by address or read the temp power permit guide.
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