City Building Permits

Town of Marshville, NC - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

North Carolina Union County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Marshville handles town zoning permits and related development approvals. Many projects also require additional permits from Union County.

Department
Town of Marshville Planning and Zoning Department
Address
118 E. Union Street, Marshville, NC 28103
Phone
704-624-2515 Ext. 229
Website
https://www.marshville.org/planning-and-zoning-department

Online Permit Portal

Open Forms and Documents / E-Forms

Platform: • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Identify the permit type with Marshville Planning and Zoning.
  2. Complete the applicable e-form or PDF application and gather supporting documents.
  3. Submit the application during business hours at Town Hall or email the completed form to planning@marshville.org.
  4. Pay the applicable review fee through the town's billing/payment system.
  5. If the project also needs Union County permits, obtain those separately after town review.

Source: Town of Marshville Planning and Zoning Department

General Requirements

Marshville zoning permit certifies that the proposed change in land use or activity complies with the Marshville Development Ordinance. Additional Marshville or Union County permits may also be needed.

Required Documents

  • Permit-specific application
  • Supporting plans/documents
  • Review fee
  • Project description
  • Zoning compliance information needed by the town
Building code
Town zoning review under Marshville Development Ordinance. Building-code permits beyond local zoning handled under NC State Building Code through the applicable code authority.
Contractor requirements
State licensing rules apply. Union County permits may also be required depending on scope.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
Not clearly exposed in reviewed public text. Marshville planning page links a fee schedule but the search-visible excerpt did not surface the zoning permit line item.
Plan check fee
Review fees may apply to zoning permits as established by the town.
Permit fee formula
Review-fee based local planning and zoning charges. Separate Union County building fees may apply where county permits are needed.
Payment note
Marshville zoning permit instructions state payment may be made by check, money order, or credit/debit card. Cash is not accepted.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Town of Marshville Planning and Zoning Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Inspection hours
Town Planner is in Town Hall on Mondays.

Typical inspection sequence: Town zoning review first, then any additional town permits and separate Union County permits as required by project scope.

Additional Resources

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Marshville Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Marshville, NC?
Marshville zoning permit certifies that the proposed change in land use or activity complies with the Marshville Development Ordinance. Additional Marshville or Union County permits may also be needed.
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Marshville, NC?
The minimum permit fee is Not clearly exposed in reviewed public text. Marshville planning page links a fee schedule but the search-visible excerpt did not surface the zoning permit line item.. Fees are calculated as: Review-fee based local planning and zoning charges. Separate Union County building fees may apply where county permits are needed.. Plan check fee: Review fees may apply to zoning permits as established by the town..
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Marshville, NC?
1. Identify the permit type with Marshville Planning and Zoning. 2. Complete the applicable e-form or PDF application and gather supporting documents. 3. Submit the application during business hours at Town Hall or email the completed form to planning@marshville.org. 4. Pay the applicable review fee through the town's billing/payment system. 5. If the project also needs Union County permits, obtain those separately after town review.

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