Brunswick County Engineering FAQ

• When are water and sewer capital recovery fees due?
  • At the time of application for a building permit. All non-residential water and sewer capital recovery fees are calculated in Brunswick County Engineering and provided to the applicant and the County Utilities Consumer Service Department.
• When will water and/or sewer be available in my area?
  • Contact Engineering to speak with a staff member to discuss your particular area and to obtain details about current County programs for the extension of water and/or sewer service.
• Are there any county streets and is the county responsible for any street repairs?
  • No. All streets and roads are either privately owned and maintained, municipal streets, or are public rights-of-way maintained by the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT). For more information, click here.
• Are county stormwater permits required in Brunswick County?
  • Yes. A county stormwater permit is required for non-residential development. Residential development that meets certain criteria may require a county permit as well. Click here for more information.
• What is required on Water and Sewer Asbuilt Drawings?
  • Refer to County Technical Specification TS010.01: Asbuilt Drawings.