CHRIS DENSON: How permitting delays are raising the cost of building homes in Georgia

AI Briefing

• – Permitting delays are a significant contributor to the rising cost of building homes in Georgia.
• – The average cost of building a single-family home is up 40% since 2020, with some projects experiencing delays of up to 2 years.
• – Local governments are being pressured to streamline permitting processes to combat the issue.