County Building Permits
Dillon County, SC - 2026 Building Permit Guide
How to apply for a building permit in unincorporated Dillon County, South Carolina. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.
Permit Authority
All unincorporated areas of Dillon County, including Hamer, Fork, Floydale, Little Rock, and Newtown.
- Department
- Building Code Enforcement / Planning & Zoning Division
- Address
- 211 W Howard Street, Dillon, SC 29536
- Phone
- (843) 841-3874
- code17@bellsouth.net
Application Process
- Contact Building Code Enforcement at (843) 841-3874 to confirm zoning compliance and obtain pre-approval documents.
- Submit application with completed building permit application form, proof of ownership, site plan, and construction plans.
- Include electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and gas plans for respective trades.
- For septic systems: Obtain SC DHEC Regulation 61-56 approval letter before county permit completion.
- Confirm zoning compliance and obtain zoning approval if required through Planning & Zoning division.
- Confirm correct address or request address assignment before permit issuance.
- County reviews and issues permit or requests revisions.
- Post permit card visibly at job site before work begins.
Source: Building Code Enforcement / Planning & Zoning Division
General Requirements
A building permit is required for all construction in unincorporated Dillon County.
Required Documents
- Completed building permit application form
- Proof of ownership or authorization to construct
- Site plan or plot plan showing property location, zoning, setbacks, and easements
- Construction plans and specifications
- Electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and gas plans for respective trades
- DHEC Regulation 61-56 approval letter for septic systems
- Permit validity
- Permit is void if work does not start within 6 months of application date.
- Building code
- 2021 South Carolina Building Code (effective January 1, 2023)
- Contractor requirements
- For residential work exceeding $5,000, contractor must hold valid SC Residential Builder License. Surety bond of at least $15,000 required on file with SC Licensing and Regulation Board.
Fees
- Payment note
- Contact county office at (843) 841-3874 or code17@bellsouth.net for current fee schedule.
Work That Does NOT Require a Permit
Contact the Building Code Enforcement / Planning & Zoning Division to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.
Inspections
How to Schedule
- (843) 841-3874 (phone)
- code17@bellsouth.net (email)
- Inspection hours
- Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Typical inspection sequence: Standard inspection sequence: Foundation/Footing, Rough-In Inspection (Framing), Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing Rough-In, Insulation & Drywall, Final Inspection.
Additional Resources
- Building code: 2021 South Carolina Building Code (effective January 1, 2023)
- Verify contractor license: SC Residential Builder Commission
- SC Department of Energy and Environmental Services (SCDES) - Septic Permits
- SC Building Codes Council
- License lookup guide: South Carolina Contractor License Requirements
- Contract template: South Carolina Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
- South Carolina hub: South Carolina Contractor License & Permit Hub
Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Building Code Enforcement / Planning & Zoning Division before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dillon County Building Permit FAQ
- Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Dillon County, SC?
- A building permit is required for all construction in unincorporated Dillon County.
- How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Dillon County, SC?
- 1. Contact Building Code Enforcement at (843) 841-3874 to confirm zoning compliance and obtain pre-approval documents. 2. Submit application with completed building permit application form, proof of ownership, site plan, and construction plans. 3. Include electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and gas plans for respective trades. 4. For septic systems: Obtain SC DHEC Regulation 61-56 approval letter before county permit completion. 5. Confirm zoning compliance and obtain zoning approval if required through Planning & Zoning division. 6. Confirm correct address or request address assignment before permit issuance. 7. County reviews and issues permit or requests revisions. 8. Post permit card visibly at job site before work begins.
- How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Dillon County, SC?
- Inspections can be scheduled via: (843) 841-3874, code17@bellsouth.net.
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