Residential Permits

Permit Processing Time
The following is a list of permits that have a shorter processing time, as they are not subject to additional review:

Electrical upgrades
Gas furnace change outs and pressure tests
Gas lights and gas logs
HVAC equipment change outs
Painting
Replacement windows
Re-roofing and repairs
Vinyl siding installation
Water heater change outs
Wood rot, minor non-structural repairs

Permits Requiring Multiple Processors
The following is a list of building and development permits that will be processed by the Department of Planning and Zoning as well as the Building Inspection Office for approval, and have a longer review time:

Accessory structures 200 square feet or more
Accessory structures with Electrical Service
Additions and structural repairs
Landscaping
New construction

Permit Forms and Documents

All permit requests are submitted electronically via the portal: ACCESS THE PERMITTING PORTAL HERE

Permit applications and other required documentation.

Forms you may need:

Building Permit Application
Accessory Structure Checklist
Addition/Conversion Checklist
Swimming Pool Application Checklist
Business License Application
Sewer Availability Letter
Water Permit to Operate
Sub Contractor Listing - Residential
Site Plans
South Carolina State Contractors License
Construction Plans: Architectural and Structural
Signed Contract (if using a contractor)

Questions?

Permitting please contact the Permits Division at (843) 797-6220, ext. 1100 or 1122.

Planning and Zoning please contact the Planning and Zoning Department at (843) 797-6220, ext. 1114 or 1118.

Building inspections and building codes please contact the Building Inspection Division at (843) 553-8350, ext. 3245, 3246 or 3247