The primary goal of the Building inspections department is to enforce the North Carolina State Building Codes to include Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire for all Residential and Commercial projects. This shall apply to ALL construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, use and occupancy, demolition of every Building or Structure to include appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or structures.
The purpose is to ensure that the Minimum requirements established to safeguard life or limb, health and public welfare are achieved.
The Town currently enforces the following editions:
· 2009 North Carolina Building Codes
· 2009 North Carolina Residential Codes
· 2009 North Carolina Mechanical, Plumbing, Fuel-Gas, Fire, Energy, and Administrative Codes
· 2008 National Electric Codes
The listed Code Books are available for purchase through the International Code Council (ICC) website. WWW.ICC.COM
It is our goal to provide a quality of service that is comprehensive, efficient, knowledgeable and helpful to the public.
Building Inspections is responsible for:
o Plan review and permit issuance of all proposed construction to assure compliance with all state and local codes
o Provide explanation of codes, ordinances, and requirements that apply to each project
o Assist the public with concerns relative to safety within their homes or place of business
For more information regarding Building Inspections and scheduling of Inspections, you may contact Town Hall at 910-328-1349.
Building Code Administrator David Stoudt
Permitting Specialist Terrie Woodle