Building & Planning
Call The Building Department at (803) 245-3111. Inspections are usually conducted within 24 hours.
The Building Department bases the cost of a building permit upon the value of construction. (See Permit Fees)
You must submit two complete sets of foundation, floor, typical wall section and electrical plans; a letter from the town stating they will supply water and sewage or a DHEC septic tank system.
Yes, if you or your immediate family members are performing the work and you will live in your home for two years after the work is completed.
No. There are different qualification requirements for each trade.
You must bring in a title or a bill of sale or both and a DHEC septic tank system or a letter from a town stating they will supply water and sewage. If it is a used mobile home bought from an individual we need a moving permit from assessor's office and paid tax receipt. Nothing older than '76.
Generally no. Permits are not required for minor, non-structural repairs.