City Building Permits

Locust, NC - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Locust, North Carolina. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

North Carolina Stanly County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

City of Locust and, by the city page, zoning compliance before county building permits

Department
Address
186 Ray Kennedy Drive, Locust, NC 28097
Phone
704-888-5260
Website
https://locustnc.com/planning-and-zoning/

Application Process

  1. Obtain city zoning compliance approval first.
  2. Submit the residential or commercial zoning application to the Planning and Zoning Department in person or by mail.
  3. City reviews the project against the Land Development Ordinance.
  4. City zoning permit is required before Stanly County Central Permitting will issue the building permit.
  5. Larger projects may take longer; smaller projects are generally addressed within two weeks once the application is complete.

Typical processing time: Smaller projects within two weeks after complete application, per city page.

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General Requirements

Any new structure, or when a new business, institution, or industry opens or changes ownership.

Required Documents

  • Owner or contractor contact info, project purpose and location, applicant signature, and a map of the property with proposed improvements.
Building code
County/state building code applies after city zoning approval.
Contractor requirements
County/state requirements apply for building permit issuance.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • County OpenGov for building inspections after permit issuance. (contact)
Inspection hours
City Hall hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

Typical inspection sequence: City zoning permit first, county building permit second, then county inspections.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Locust Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Locust, NC?
Any new structure, or when a new business, institution, or industry opens or changes ownership.
How do I apply for a building permit in Locust, NC?
1. Obtain city zoning compliance approval first. 2. Submit the residential or commercial zoning application to the Planning and Zoning Department in person or by mail. 3. City reviews the project against the Land Development Ordinance. 4. City zoning permit is required before Stanly County Central Permitting will issue the building permit. 5. Larger projects may take longer; smaller projects are generally addressed within two weeks once the application is complete.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Locust, NC?
Typical processing time is Smaller projects within two weeks after complete application, per city page..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Locust, NC?
Inspections can be scheduled via: County OpenGov for building inspections after permit issuance..

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