Building Inspections

Responsibilities

The Building Inspections Department is dedicated to ensuring safety to all Rowan County citizens by enforcing the North Carolina State Building Code. Our inspectors are authorized by the North Carolina General Statues to enforce the State Building Codes.

Services Provided

Permitting as required by G.S. 153A-357 for Building, Plumbing, Electrical, and Mechanical projects.

Building, Plumbing, Electrical, and Mechanical plan review.

Inspections required by the North Carolina State Building Code Administrative Code and policies, for Building, Plumbing, Electrical, and Mechanical projects, as well as Daycare and ABC inspection.

Municipalities

The services listed above are provided throughout Rowan County as well as the following municipalities:

municipalities map

Helpful Documents

  1. Braced Wall Code Section (PDF)
  2. How to Calculate Braced Walls (PDF)
  1. NC Lien Agent Law (PDF)
  2. Post Framing Manual (PDF)