Inspections

The Inspections Department promotes the safety of lives, health, and welfare of the general public within the built environment by the administration and enforcement of the N.C. State Building Code, as well as local municipal ordinances for new or renovated construction related to building, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing trades.

The Inspections Department issues permits for both residential and commercial projects, and it performs inspections to ensure that the work has been performed according to the N.C. State Building Code, which is based on the International Building Codes. A list of current codes can be obtained online.