How To Apply For A Noise Permit Online

Applying for a noise permit online is simple with this step-by-step guide. It covers key requirements, including a valid building permit, and explains how to submit accurate application details. Clear instructions help applicants avoid errors and streamline the process, ensuring compliance with local regulations.

Melanie Meader
29 steps
20 minutes

Accela

Alert! - **Construction Noise Permit**: An active issued building permit is required. - **Event Noise Permit**: A basic site plan, either hand-drawn or an aerial screenshot, must show the noise source and its estimated distance to the nearest neighboring property.

Visit [GwinnettZIP.com](https://aca-prod.accela.com/GWINNETT/Welcome.aspx), sign in, and select the "Zoning" tab. If you do not have an account, select "Register Now" and return to this step.

Read "Helpful Tips Before Applying" and then click "Continue."

Enter the Street Number and Street Name, then click "Search."

Parcel and Owner Information should auto-populate. Click "Continue."

In the "Applicant is the" box, select Contractor, Owners Agent, or Owner. Then click "Select from Account" or "Add New" to enter the applicant's information.

If you click "Select From Account," choose the applicant's information, then click "Continue."

Click "Select from Account" or "Add New" to add the property owner.

If you click "Select from Account," choose the owner information, then click "Continue."

Once the applicant and owner information are completed, click "Continue."

For instructions on how to complete a Construction Noise Permit, select the option in the legend on the left side of the screen. For Event Noise Permit guidelines, select that option.

CONSTRUCTION NOISE PERMIT

Click in the "Noise Permit Type" box and choose Construction.

Fill out the required fields, then click "Continue."

If you don't have the building permit number, we can search the records for you.

Read the information in the blue banner. Click "Add an Activity" to enter the dates and times of the construction noise activities.

Enter the required fields for the dates and times, then click "Submit."

Click "Add an Activity" to add more dates and times if needed, or click "Continue."

Enter the "Applicant Digital Signature," then click "Continue."

Review all entered information. Make edits if needed, then click "Continue."

Once your application has been received, the record number will be provided. Please keep it for future reference.

EVENT NOISE PERMITS

Click in the "Noise Permit Type" box and choose Event.

Fill out the required fields, then click "Continue." Enter a Temporary Outdoor Activity permit number, if available.

Read the information in the blue banner. Click "Add Event Time(s)" to enter the dates and times of the event noise.

Enter the required fields for the dates and times, then click "Submit."

Click "Add an Activity" to add more dates and times, if needed, or click "Continue."

Click "Add" to upload your event site plan.

Upload your site plan, then click "Continue."

Select "Site plan" as the type of attachment. Enter a description of the site plan in the description box, click "Save," and then click "Continue".

Enter the "Applicant Digital Signature," then click "Continue."

Review all entered information. Make edits if needed, then click "Continue."

Once your application has been received, the record number will be provided. Please keep it for future reference.