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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Port Royal
Building permit required for most work and improvements including construction, alterations, repairs, moving, and demolition of buildings and structures.
Interior remodeling including painting, doors, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and similar finish work
- Exempt Interior remodeling including painting, doors, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and similar finish work
Required documents
- Building permit application
- Construction drawing
- Project scope information
- Building code
- 2021 International Building Code (IBC 2021) with South Carolina amendments (effective January 1, 2023)
- Permit validity
- Valid for 6 months from date of issue. Work must commence within 6 months.
- Contractor requirements
- Contractors and subcontractors must have State Licenses and Port Royal Business Licenses. Licensed Mechanical Plumber or HVAC contractor required for any gas work.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Submit building permit application in-person at Port Royal Town Hall (700 Paris Avenue, Port Royal, SC 29935), by mail (PO Drawer 9, Port Royal, SC 29935), or by email (permits@portroyal.org).
- 02 Submit construction drawing with application.
- 03 Permits Administrator reviews application completeness and calculates fees based on construction cost.
- 04 Pay permit fees based on fee schedule.
- 05 Building Inspector reviews construction drawing.
- 06 Permit issued with valid period of 6 months.
- 07 Schedule and pass required inspections by calling (843) 986-2236.
- 08 Obtain Certificate of Occupancy once all inspections passed.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Port Royal building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Based on construction cost; see Building Codes Packet Fee Schedule
Fees due upon submittal; amount based on construction cost.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Port Royal permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Port Royal, SC? ▸
Building permit required for most work and improvements including construction, alterations, repairs, moving, and demolition of buildings and structures.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Port Royal, SC? ▸
Building permit fees in Port Royal, SC are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Based on construction cost; see Building Codes Packet Fee Schedule.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Port Royal, SC? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Port Royal, SC, follow these steps: 1. Submit building permit application in-person at Port Royal Town Hall (700 Paris Avenue, Port Royal, SC 29935), by mail (PO Drawer 9, Port Royal, SC 29935), or by email (permits@portroyal.org). 2. Submit construction drawing with application. 3. Permits Administrator reviews application completeness and calculates fees based on construction cost. 4. Pay permit fees based on fee schedule. 5. Building Inspector reviews construction drawing. 6. Permit issued with valid period of 6 months. 7. Schedule and pass required inspections by calling (843) 986-2236. 8. Obtain Certificate of Occupancy once all inspections passed.
04 What work is exempt from building permits in Port Royal, SC? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Port Royal, SC. The following work is generally exempt: Interior remodeling including painting, doors, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and similar finish work. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Port Royal, SC? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Port Royal, SC via: (843) 986-2236.
last verified April 2026
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Town of Port Royal Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.