Planning and Building Departments

Current News/Information:

•  Building & Inspections Department has Temporarily Relocated to the Administrative Office located at 330 US Hwy 158 E

• Planning Department is Temporarily located in the Board Room located at 118 NC Hwy 343 N from 9am to 4pm.  Please enter through the library to Board Room. 

Planning, Zoning, & Floodplain Management Department

The Planning, Zoning & Flood Department conducts long-range community planning initiatives and special projects for the County. The Department assists in establishing County development objectives, creates plans which integrate those objectives, and coordinates development activities affecting County growth. The Planning, Zoning & Flood Department is responsible for administering and enforcing the Unified Development Ordinance, including Code Enforcement, and Minimum Housing.

Responsibilities of the Planning, Zoning & Flood Department

• Administers land use, environmental, floodplain and development regulations;
• Provides technical assistance to governmental agencies, advisory boards, and private citizens;
• Processes applications for developments and zoning compliance;
• Serves as the primary liaison to the Planning Board and to the Board of Commissioners;
• Increases public awareness of planning actions.

Building & Inspections Department

The Building & Inspections Department regulates and enforces building codes and county ordinances.  

 Responsibilities of the Building & Inspections Department

• Receive, Review, and Approve all Permit Applications
• Review and Approve all Building Plans submitted for Residential and Commercial Projects to ensure compliance with building codes. 
• Schedule and Perform on site Inspections to verify work being performed is according to approved plans and building codes. 
• Investigate complaints regarding building code and county ordinance violations and take necessary actions to correct them. 

 Information for Public Hearings:

• Planning Board
  
  • Meeting February 19th, 2025
    • Major Site Plan Approval - Board Packet

• Board of Adjustments
  • Meeting February 19th, 2025
    • Variance Request - Board Packet

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