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To Obtain a Permit:
Minimum Information needed to complete an application for a New Home
Permit.
- Project Address
- Property owner's name.
- Tax Parcel # (may be obtained from the tax office, if not on
file).
- Total contract cost.
- Each trade contractor, phone #, License #.
- Full description of work to be done.
- Plot plan showing dimensions of house, lot and accessory buildings.
Additional Information that may be needed.
- Flood elevation certificate.
- Septic tank permit.
- Plot Plan.
- CAMA Permit.
- Projects costing more than $30,000 require a licensed general
contractor.
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What Is The Cost Of The Permit?
Total cost for all trades is $0.26 per sq. ft. for single family dwellings.
Plus a fee of $5.00 for a State Homeowner Recovery Fund.
Inquire for permit cost on accessory buildings, porches, decks, etc.. |
Permit Fees
Building Permit Fees are required to be paid prior to beginning construction.
All licensed contractors working within the city limits must have
a current City Privilege License before a permit can be picked up
in their name. |
Can I Get A Permit The Same Day?
Generally, no. The application must be reviewed by zoning, public
works and the health department, etc.. Usually three days are needed
before the permit can be issued. |
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When Do I Call For An Inspection?
This needs to be coordinated with the inspector at the time the
permit is issued. |
What Types Of Inspections Are Required?
- Foundation
- Floor system.
- Rough-in for all trades.
- Insulation.
- Final for all trades-
building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and insulation.
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What Is A Certificate Of Occupancy?
This document is issued when all construction complies with the requirements
of the N.C. State Codes, allowing the resident to move into the home. |
I Live Outside The City Limits, Do I Need A Permit?
Yes, as a minimum the Zoning Department (252-975-9384) will need to
review your project for compliance. |
Will I Need A Plot Plan?
Yes, showing all existing and/or proposed structures, including distances
from the property lines. A copy of a survey map or a hand drawn copy
to scale, if not already on file, will be accepted. |
Floodplain Information
If your project is located within the 100 year floodplain, the finished
floor must be elevated at or above the required height. A Flood Elevation
Certificate will be required from a Licensed Registered Surveyor not
later that 21 days after completion of the finished floor. |
CAMA Permits Required
If the project is located in the Area of Environmental Concern, within
75' of a water body, a CAMA Permit will be required. |
Septic Tank Permit
If the city does not provide sewer for your location, you will need
to contact the Beaufort County Health Department (call 252-946-6048)
to obtain a septic permit. This permit is required before the building
permit can be issued.
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