Permitting Process

Where to Obtain Permits

All rooms can be found in the County Building.
Permit Type Room Number
Permit Application (PDF) from the Building Inspections Room 207
Map and Parcel Number from the Tax Department Room 201
Obtain Zoning Permit from Planning Department Room 204
Septic Permit from the Environmental Health Department Room 106

Permit Calculator

To assist you in your estimating the cost for your permits view the Permit Cost Estimator page.

Single Trade Permits

Complete a Permit Application (PDF) and fax the application to 704-216-7986.

Projects Requiring Permits

(Reference North Carolina General Statutes 153A-357 and 160A-417 for exemptions.)

  • The construction, reconstruction, alteration, repair, movement to another site, removal or demolition of any building
  • The installation, extension, alteration or general repair of any electrical wiring, devices, appliances, or equipment
  • The installation, extension, alteration or general repair of any heating or cooling equipment system
  • The installation, extension, or general repair of any plumbing system