Overview

The Permits Unit of Roswell Police Department’s Support Services Division is responsible for issuing permits for specially regulated business activities.

Each type of permit has a specific fee, application process, and other requirements.

PLEASE REFER TO THE LIST OF SERVICES BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION AND A STEP-BY-STEP APPLICATION PROCESS GUIDE.  

Appointment Availability and Location:  All permits/document requests require an in-person appointment. Appointments are available Monday-Friday (except Federal holidays) from 8:30 - 11:30 AM and 1:30 - 3:30 PM, at the Roswell Police Department, 39 Hill Street, Roswell, GA 30075, Building A (Administration).

Timing Your Appointment: You must schedule the appointment to take place two (2) business days after you submit your paperwork. Example: If you email your completed application on Monday, you should schedule your appointment for Wednesday.

Required Identification: You are required to present ID(s) per I-9 guidelines approved by the Department of Homeland Security. View Acceptable Forms of Identification List.

Fee Payment: The City of Roswell accepts cash, check, debit card, or Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover Card for payment of the fee associated with your request. Fees listed below.

Alcohol Pouring Permit

Fee: $50 per year
Step 1: Download Application
Step 2: Email application and one (1) form of ID to PolicePermits@roswellgov.com
              View Acceptable Forms of Identification List
Step 3: Schedule Appointment to take place two (2) business days later.

Note: Fingerprinting is required for this permit and will take place during your appointment.

Alcohol Handling Permit

Fee: $50 per year
Step 1: Download Application
Step 2: Email application and one (1) form of ID to PolicePermits@roswellgov.com
              View Acceptable Forms of Identification List
Step 3: Schedule Appointment to take place two (2) business days later.

Note: Fingerprinting is required for this permit and will take place during your appointment.

Solicitor's Permit

Fee: $50 for six (6) months
Step 1: Download Application
Step 2: Email application and one (1) form of ID to PolicePermits@roswellgov.com
              View Acceptable Forms of Identification List
Step 3: Schedule Appointment to take place two (2) business days later.

Note: Fingerprinting is required for this permit and will take place during your appointment.

Massage Permit

IMPORTANT: If you already have a state-issued massage therapy license, you are NOT REQUIRED to get a massage permit. 

Fee: $50 per year
Step 1: Download Application
Step 2: Email application and one (1) form of ID to PolicePermits@roswellgov.com
              View Acceptable Forms of Identification List
Step 3: Schedule Appointment to take place two (2) business days later.

Note: Fingerprinting is required for this permit and will take place during your appointment.

Ink-Rolled Fingerprints

Fee: $20 per card
Step 1: Schedule Appointment 
Step 2: Bring one (1) form of ID to your appointment.   View Acceptable Forms of Identification List

Criminal History Report

Fee: $20
Step 1: Download Application
Step 2: Email application to PolicePermits@roswellgov.com

Expungement

Fee: $25
Step 1: Call 770-640-4100 or email PolicePermits@roswellgov.com to set up an appointment.
Step 2: Bring one (1) form of ID to your appointment. View Acceptable Forms of Identification List