Yes. To perform (or offer to perform) residential or commercial general contractor services for compensation in Georgia, you must be licensed in ance with the laws and rules that regulate this profession.
Under Georgia law, independent contractors do not qualify for workers' compensation. On rare occasions, the employer may offer workers' comp, but they're not legally obligated to do so unless you're a permanent employee at the business. Independent contractors, freelancers, and consultants are considered self-employed.
Any entity that conducts business in Georgia may be required to register with the Georgia Department of Revenue. Many factors determine whether you must register. These include — but are not limited to — businesses that employee workers, sell goods, or sell specific products such as alcohol or tobacco.
Georgia primarily differentiates between employees and independent contractors based on the level of control a business has over a worker's tasks and how they're performed. Contractors typically: Decide on their own work hours. Use their own tools or resources.
Contractors. A State License to conduct business as a residential and/or General Contractor is required prior to any permits being issued for such work. For State license information visit sos.georgia.
Georgia law requires all individuals or businesses that start residential construction projects valued at more than $2,500.00 to possess a license with the state as a general or residential contractor. O.C.G.A. § 41-43-17.