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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Greene County
County online permitting page says all building permit applications for new construction, additions, and similar work are submitted through the portal and include zoning approval with the building permit.
Note: The county public page does not publish a complete list of exempt work types. Exemptions are governed by the county code and the North Carolina State Building Code.
- Site location
- Owner contact information
- Contractor name
- License number
- Mailing address
- Drawings in PDF for new construction
- Site plans when required
- Building code
- The county upholds the State Building Code and references the county Building Code Enforcement Ordinance adopted June 21, 2021.
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Start in the Greene County online portal.
- 02 Select the correct permit type, such as residential building permit, commercial/non-residential building permit, trade permits, septic, fire, solar, pool, or change of occupancy.
- 03 Enter site location, owner information, and contractor information.
- 04 Upload drawings in PDF for new construction.
- 05 Upload site plans if required by the project.
- 06 County staff review the submission and verify contractor information before permit issuance.
Source: Greene County Planning and Inspections Department, Building Inspections ↗
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- Inspection hours
- Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Typical sequence: County staff review permit applications, verify contractor information, then issue permits and perform inspections / certificates of occupancy for new, repaired, or altered construction.
Frequently asked
Common questions about unincorporated Greene County permits
01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Greene County, NC? ▸
02 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Greene County, NC? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Greene County Planning and Inspections Department, Building Inspections before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.