Frequently Asked Questions

Residential Plan Review

Click here to view NC Department of Insurance Guidance Paper for Residential Plan Review Checklist

Handicap Ramps

Click here to view Guidelines for handicap ramps.

Tiny Homes

Click here for the Guidelines for Tiny Homes in North Carolina

Stamped Plans

How do I find my stamped plans? This tutorial will guide you step-by-step on  how to find your stamped plans.

Inspection Sequencing

Click here to see the sequence of inspections

Inspection Cancellations

Beginning July 1, 2022 all inspection cancellations must be completed on your Brunswick County Permit Portal account no later than 2 p.m. the previous business day before an inspection is to be performed. Inspections not canceled in accordance with this policy will be inspected and charged a $75 reinspection fee.

Scheduling Inspections

Inspections are scheduled through your Brunswick County Permit Portal account.

PLEASE NOTE: If you schedule an inspection and the project is not ready for inspection, you may be charged a reinspection fee.

Unlicensed Contractor

If you’re going to represent yourself as the General Contractor (GC) on your project and you are not licensed you need to be aware that you are accepting all the responsibility for your project and will be responsible for knowing and following the building codes for the State of North Carolina just as if you were a licensed GC. We advise anyone who is going to act as their own unlicensed General Contractor to do their research before beginning their project. The North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors is a good place to start.

 

North Carolina Building Codes

As of July 1, 2019

• 2009 ADA
• 2018 Administrative, Building, Energy Conservation, Existing Building, Fire, Fuel Gas, Mechanical, Plumbing, and Residential
• 2019 Mobile Home Codes
• 2017 NEC