Planning & Development

Phone: (843) 280-5560

The building division’s primary responsibilities are plan review, enforcement of all relevant construction codes, issuance of building permits, and construction inspection. This division is also responsible for maintaining the city’s Insurance Service Organization program and the Community Rating Service of the National Flood Insurance Program, which helps secure low cost flood insurance for city residents.

• Chief Building Official: Delane Stevens
• Deputy Building Official: John Hill

Building Division Documents & Links

1. Online Permit Application
2. City Ordinance: Adopted Codes
3. Building Permit Fees
4. ICC Building Valuation Data
5. Building Energy Codes (REScheck)
6. Sub-Contractor List
7. Roofing Letter
8. Tradesman Application
9. Encroachment Permit
10. Substantial Damage/Substantial Improvement Packet
11. Repairing Your Flooded Home, FEMA P-234
12. View City Elevation Certificates
13. Residential - Duct Sealing Certificate
14. Residential - Energy Compliance
15. Residential - Building Envelope Sealing
16. Commercial - Building Envelope Sealing

Hazard Mitigation Plan

• 2021 Hazard Mitigation Plan

Fire Department Inspections

1. Fire Alarm Technical Bulletin
2. Fire Protection Inspections and Requirements
3. Tent Inspections Checklist
4. Fire Safety Provisions - City Code