FAQs • Onslow County, NC • CivicEngage

Do I need a building permit when building a new deck or deck extension (adding to) when it is attached or detached to my house?: Yes, in all cases, permits are required no matter what the size of the deck construction. For more information call the Zoning and Development office at 910-455-3661.

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Building Code Inspections

1. How are plumbing fixture requirements calculated for a project?: The first step is to determine occupancy load of the space using Table 1004.1.2 in the NC Building code. Once this is established review Section 403 of the NC Plumbing Code along with table 403.1 to determine your minimum fixture count. For more information call the Planning and Development office at 910-455-3661.

2. Do I need a permit to install low voltage wiring (phone & data, fire alarm, HVAC control wiring, etc.) in Onslow County?: Yes, you will need to submit an electrical permit application to the Permit Counter. If this wiring is part of a larger overall project under construction, the electrical permit application will need to have the 6 digit county project number of the larger project. For more information call the Central Permitting Office at 910-455-3661 Option 1.

3. How do I call in for an inspection on my project?: The telephone number for Central Permitting Office is 910-455-3661 Option 1.

4. Do I need a permit to build an ADA Accessible Ramp?: Yes. Submit 2 sets of drawings and a Building Permit application. The drawings should include an Appendix B, a site plan, and details of the ramp, handrails, etc. For more information call the Central Permitting Office at 910-455-3661 Option 1.

5. What will my permit cost?: To determine the cost of your permit, contact the Central Permitting office at 910-455-3661 Option 1 or visit the 2011-2012 Fee Schedule (PDF).

6. How do I change the general contractor (GC) on my permit?: To change the general contractor on your permit call the Central Permitting Office at 910-455-3661 Option 1.

7. What are the requirements for a new business locating in an existing building?: You will need zoning department approval and possibly an approval from your local sewer provider or the environmental health department. For more detailed information call the Planning and Zoning Office at 910-455-3661.

8. I want to build an addition to my house. Can I do my own electrical work?: Yes, provided you get an electrical permit and you are the owner and will reside in the house for 1 year or more. For more information call the Zoning and Development office at 910-455-3661.

9. What time is the inspector coming to do my inspection today?: There is no specific time scheduled. You may contact our office to receive information on the assigned inspection and a contact number for them in order to coordinate an estimated time of the day the inspection will occur. Call the Zoning and Development office at 910-455-3661.

10. What does "per North Carolina Building codes" mean?: The North Carolina Building Codes are the following: Building Code, Accessibility Code, Plumbing Code, Mechanical Code, Electrical Code, Fire Prevention Code, Fuel Gas Code, Energy Code, Existing Building Code and Residential Code and other which is based on the International Code Council (ICC) and is approved by Department of Insurance (DOI). For more information call the Zoning and Development office at 910-455-3661.

11. Do I need a building permit when building a new deck or deck extension (adding to) when it is attached or detached to my house?: Yes, in all cases, permits are required no matter what the size of the deck construction. For more information call the Zoning and Development office at 910-455-3661.