


The work is performed by a person licensed by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors and.One and Two-Family Exclusions: Replacement of a water heater provided:.The replacement of plumbing that does not change size or capacity.The replacement of windows, doors, exterior siding, or the pickets, railings, stair treads, and deck boards of porches and exterior decks.Single Family Residential Exclusions: If the total project cost* is equal to or less than $15,000:.All work should still be performed in accordance with the current edition of the North Carolina State Building Code: The following are the most common projects where the work is excluded from the permit and inspection requirement. North Carolina General Statutes excludes a few projects from the permit and inspection requirement. Use of materials not permitted by the North Carolina Residential Code.The addition of roofing on top of existing roofing.The addition, replacement or change in the design of a heating, air-conditioning, or electrical wiring, appliances or equipment.The addition or change in the design of a plumbing system.The addition, repair or replacement of load-bearing structures.Permits are always required if anyone undertakes the following projects, regardless or cost:
#CITY OF WINSTON SALEM BUILDING PERMITS CODE#
In addition, permits and inspections of construction and development assist in protecting property values.Īll Residential Construction Projects Require a PermitĪll construction and development projects require a permit and inspection unless excluded by a code or law. The purpose of permits and the accompanying inspection process is to ensure that structures are well-constructed and safe for their occupants. In addition, the City's Development Ordinance requires that a zoning permit be obtained for those land development activities not covered by the State Building Code. The North Carolina Building Code requires that a building or construction permit must be obtained prior to the construction, repair or alteration of a residential or commercial structure.
