Permit Application Forms:
Link to All Applications ===> : Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Fuel Gas, Fire Alarm, Fire Sprinkler Applications
If you have not received an update on your application within 2 business days of submitting it, 5 days for new homes construction, please contact our office at 910-294-0996 option 2 or permitting@cityofbsl.org
If your documents are not attached the the application when you submit it please use this form : Additional Document Submission Form
Questions? permitting@cityofbsl.org or 910-363-0027
Application Notes and Instructions
"Permit Type" Tab - The second tab in the application.
- Select a permit type in the "Permit Type" tab.
- If a permit type is not selected in the "Permit Type" tab the application will be denied.
- When the permit type section is complete be sure to use the save button at the bottom of the screen.
"General Contractor Section" - This section is for:
- General Contractor information - if applicable
- Owner acting as thier own General Contractor - if applicable
General Notes:
- Estimated cost of work is required for all permits
- Each contractor is required to apply and sign for thier own permits
- Under the “Permit Type” tab choose the permit type you are applying for. Only choose one unless your project is a Mechanical change-out and the same contractor is performing the electrical and mechanical work.
ALL INSPECTION REQUESTS MUST BE MADE ONLINE
Inspection Request's
- Inspections Request ~ Permit already Issued
- Inspection Requests must be submitted before 2:00 PM for the next business day.
- Inspection Requests submitted after 2:00 PM will be scheduled for second business day.
- Inspection Cancellations:
- Inspection requests must be cancelled electronically using the Inspection Request Cancellation Form.
- Inspection cancellation requests must be received by 8 AM the day the inspection is scheduled to be performed.
- Link to Inspection Cancellation Form
Fire Inspection Request's
Forms:
- Submit Additional Documents & Forms: Document Submission Form
- Temporary Main Power ~ $75.00 Fee ~ Printable
- Home/Structure Moving Form
- Planning & Zoning Forms
- Site Built and Modular Home Checklist
- Manufactured Home Checklist
- Generator and Solar Panel Check Application Documents Check List
- Docks and Piers - NC Residential Code Exemption Form
- Owner Exemption Affidavit
- Affidavit of Worker's Compensation Insurance
- Design Professional Inspection Form
- If your documents are not attached the the application when you submit it please use this form : Additional Document Submission Form
Burn Permit
- Request for - Burn Permit
Non- Residential Building
Information:
- Be sure to include parcel numbers when requested
- Parcel Numbers Can be Found:
- Building Permits & Inspections Fee Schedule - Current 3/6/2025 ICC Value is $169.09 * Previous 7/2024 ICC Value is $167.37
New Home Construction:
- Please allow at least five business days for review
- You do not need to wait to apply for your building permit until you have a zoning permit.
- An application is considered incomplete until all required documents are received.
- Water/Sewer fee receipts from Brunswick County Utilities are required.
New Home / Addition
- Zoning Permit
- Wastewater Authorization to Construct / Sewer Verification
- Wastewater Authorization to Construct:
- Issued by Brunswick County Environmental Health Department 910-253-2250
- or Brunswick County Sewer availability - Brunswick County Utilites 910-253-2655
- Wastewater Authorization to Construct:
- Potable Water
- Brunswick County Water Fee Receipt - Brunswick County Utilities 910-253-2655
- Well Permit:
- Issued by Brunswick County Environmental Health Department 910-253-2250
- Floor Plan with Dimensions and Room Use
- See Residential Plan Review Requirements
- Lien Agent Information – Construction Cost over $40,000.00
- Proof of Workers' Compensation Insurance or Workers' Comp Affidavit
- Truss Plans as Soon as Available
- Owner acting as General Contractor - Owner Affidavit Form
New Home Construction Notes:
Work site address must be posted and visible from the street at the footing foundation inspection.
- Must be built to 2018 Residential Building Code Requirements
- All subcontractors must apply and sign for their own permits. Permit must be issued before starting work.
- Zoning Department - Foundation and Final survey's are required
- Silt fence must be up and temporary toilets must be screened
- Schedule your final site zoning and final driveway inspections when ready through online inspection request form
- Construction debris must be contained
Additional Information before Certificate of Occupancy – New Home / Addition
- Zoning Compliance Certificate
- If using well water -
- Certificate of Completion - Issued by Brunswick County Enviornmental Health 910-253-2250
- Water Quality Test
- Wastewater Operational Permit – Issued by Brunswick County Environmental Health 910-253-2250
- Sewer Properties with Grinder - Final inspection - Contact Brunswick County Utilities 910-253-2860
Sec- 9.90 Certain noises expressly prohibited.
(8) The erection, construction (including excavation), demolition, alteration or repair of any building or structure in a residential or business district other than between the hours of 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Sec. 4-26. General requirements for new construction projects.
All new construction projects located within the jurisdiction for the city shall comply with the following:
(1) Temporary toilet facilities. All temporary toilet facilities shall be located on the property they serve and not on public street rights-of-way. The facility will be installed on the property as follow:
a. With the door facing away from the public street or if a corner lot, at a forty-five (45) degree angle;
b. Away from the construction access point: and
c. Enclosed on three (3) sides by lattice secured to twelve (12) foot 4 × 4 post installed a minimum of three (3) feet in the ground. (Res. No. 2008-08, § 2, 3-4-08)