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General Contractor Licensing

General Contractor Licensing

The Georgia legislature established the State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors in 2004. AGC Georgia worked with the Secretary of State’s office and many other key stakeholders for the next four years. Licensure was implemented in 2008 with Georgia began enforcing standards and licensing requirements. 

Dozens of AGC Georgia members have served on the licensing board since its inception with 100% of the inaugral board members being association members.

Our Senior Director of Govermental Affairs, Mark Woodall, was intimately involved during the height of the development of the laws and regulations and remains connected to Licensing Board leadership. AGC Georgia is a trusted authority on our state’s contractor licensing requirements. 

The following individuals were appointed by Governor Kemp to serve on the General Contractor Division of the State Licensing Board: 

 

  – Steve Bauman, Division Chair

  – Lana Cavassa, Division Vice Chair

  – Clark Butler

  – Kenna Scragg (AGC Georgia Member)

  – Robbie Sovie

  – Casey Smith

  – Morgan Wheeler


The Executive Director of the Residential and General Contractor Licensing Board is LaTrenda Tyler-Jones.

Noteworthy Information

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How can I obtain a state license?

To obtain a state license as a residential-basic, residential-light commercial, general contractor-limited tier or general contractor, you must:

  • Submit a completed application for licensure and non-refundable fee, along with all the supporting documents as indicated by the application, and submit to and pass an examination required for the particular license; OR

  • Submit an application for licensure by prior approval status if you meet the requirements.

  • How can I receive an application?

Applications are available and may be downloaded from the Secretary of State’s office.

  • Will I be able to build my own house or building without a license?

Yes, property owners may construct a building or structure which is for their own use and not for use by the general public and not offered for sale or lease. If you sell or transfer the building or structure, you will not be allowed to build another for a period of two years, unless you obtain a license or hire someone who is licensed to oversee the construction.

  • Is my out of state license recognized in Georgia?

Currently, the General Division has established reciprocity with Louisiana and Tennessee as an available method by which to obtain licensure. You must hold a commercial license with a classification of “building construction,” and you must have obtained the license by examination. The General Division is working to establish reciprocity with other states as well. Also, if you have taken and passed the NASCLA exam in any other state, you may apply by examination in Georgia and purchase your NASCLA transcript to be submitted to the Secretary of State. Once approved, you have to schedule and pass the Georgia business and law exam prior to the license being issued. Reciprocity is not available for Residential Basic or Residential-Light Commercial licenses.

  • Will my Georgia license by accepted in another state?

To contract legally in another state, you must meet the requirements of the other state. To determine the requirements of another state, please contact the other state board directly.

Don't see your question answered?

Individuals representing a firm that is a member of AGC Georgia are invited to contact Mark Woodall, Senior Director of Governmental Affairs.
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