Decatur, GA · DeKalb County
Temporary Power Affidavit
Electrical contractors use this form to request temporary power approval after required electrical and building work is complete and ready for inspection.
What this form is
The Temporary Power Affidavit requests approval to connect temporary electrical service so installed systems and equipment can be checked before final inspections. The form asks for the job address, electrical contractor’s name and contact details, permit number, and the contractor’s signature and date. City inspection is required before approval, and the release lasts 30 days; it does not authorize occupancy or building use.
Who needs it
An electrical contractor seeking temporary power approval for a Decatur job site completes and signs this form.
How to submit it
Submit the original signed form to Design, Environment & Construction, 2635 Talley Street, Decatur, GA 30030. Scans and faxes are not accepted.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the electrical contractor signs and dates it, and no sworn or notarized attachment is identified.
How to submit this form
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Download The Form
Download the Temporary Power Affidavit PDF.
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Complete The Form
Enter the job address, electrical contractor and permit details, and sign and date the form.
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Prepare The Original
Use the original signed form; scans and faxes are not accepted.
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Submit To The City
Deliver the original to Design, Environment & Construction at 2635 Talley Street, Decatur, GA 30030.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Temporary Power Affidavit for?
- It requests temporary power approval so installed electrical systems and equipment can be checked for safe operation before final inspections. Approval does not allow occupancy or use of the building.
- Who completes the Temporary Power Affidavit?
- The electrical contractor provides the job address, contractor and permit information, and signs and dates the form to apply for temporary power approval.
- Do I need a notary for the Temporary Power Affidavit?
- No. The electrical contractor signs and dates the form; it identifies no sworn or notarized attachment.
- How do I submit the Temporary Power Affidavit?
- Submit the original signed form to Design, Environment & Construction at 2635 Talley Street, Decatur, GA 30030. The form says scans and faxes are not accepted.
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