City Building Permits

Greer, SC - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

South Carolina Greenville County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Greer spans Greenville and Spartanburg counties. The same city permit office serves the city generally, including the Greenville County portion.

Department
Planning and Development, City of Greer
Address
301 E Poinsett Street, Greer, SC 29651
Phone
864-848-2175
Website
https://www.cityofgreer.org/page/planning-and-development-permits

Online Permit Portal

Open eTRAKiT Portal

Platform: eTRAKiT • Account required: Yes • Submission: Online only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Verify the project address in the city GIS map if needed.
  2. Go to eTRAKiT and select Apply / New Permit.
  3. Homeowners create a public login; contractors contact the permit office so the city can verify state licensing and provide AEC credentials.
  4. Select permit type and subtype, accept the disclaimer, complete the application, and identify the owner or contractor.
  5. Upload plans and supporting documents, confirm the address and contact information, then submit.
  6. Track review, pay fees, and request inspections through eTRAKiT after approval.

Typical processing time: No citywide processing time estimate located.

Source: Planning and Development, City of Greer

General Requirements

City permit guidance lists permits for decks, sunrooms, screened porches, demolition, encroachments, EV chargers, fences, new windows, commercial replacement doors and storefront glass, replacement water heaters and furnaces, reroofing, retaining walls, sheds and garages, siding, signs, solar panels, pools and hot tubs, and temporary utility service work.

Required Documents

  • Online permit application
  • Uploaded plans
  • Owner or contractor details
  • Supporting documents by permit type
Permit validity
Fee schedule includes renewal of expired permit for $100.
Building code
City inspection page links 2021 International Codes Online, 2021 Residential Building Codes, and South Carolina state modifications.
Owner-builder
City publishes a Homeowner's Disclosure Statement. Owner-builder exemption is limited to owner-supervised work on the owner's one-family or two-family residence for the owner's use and occupancy, not for sale or rent; sale or rental within two years creates a statutory presumption against the exemption.
Contractor requirements
City states contractors must be licensed, insured, and bonded before permits are issued. The city verifies South Carolina LLR licensing before issuing contractor portal credentials.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$50
Plan check fee
Commercial plan review is one-half of the permit fee, paid at submittal; revisions after permitting are one-half of the plan review fee.
Permit fee formula
Valuation-based schedule from $50 minimum up through $2.50 per additional $1,000 over $500,000.
Reinspection fee
$50
Payment note
Fees handled through the city permit system. Expedited plan review $5,000; renewal of expired permit $100; technology fee 3% of permit fee with $4 minimum and $100 maximum.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Cabinets
  • Decorative trim
  • Finish flooring, except subfloor work and repairs to damaged joists
  • Gutters
  • Painting and wallpapering, although painting contractors should still hold appropriate state specialty licensing
  • Storage buildings under 200 square feet, although residential zoning review is still required for setbacks

Important: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning and planning requirements. Confirm edge cases with the Planning and Development Department before proceeding.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Scheduling deadline
Requests made by 11:59 p.m. Monday through Friday are scheduled for the next business day.
Inspection hours
Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Typical inspection sequence: Rough-in and final inspections are standard for one-family and two-family dwellings, with all applicable trades ready at rough-in and final; above-ceiling inspections are separately called out for commercial work.

Additional Resources

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Greer Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Greer, SC?
City permit guidance lists permits for decks, sunrooms, screened porches, demolition, encroachments, EV chargers, fences, new windows, commercial replacement doors and storefront glass, replacement water heaters and furnaces, reroofing, retaining walls, sheds and garages, siding, signs, solar panels, pools and hot tubs, and temporary utility service work.
How much does a building permit cost in Greer, SC?
The minimum permit fee is $50. Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based schedule from $50 minimum up through $2.50 per additional $1,000 over $500,000.. Plan check fee: Commercial plan review is one-half of the permit fee, paid at submittal; revisions after permitting are one-half of the plan review fee..
How do I apply for a building permit in Greer, SC?
1. Verify the project address in the city GIS map if needed. 2. Go to eTRAKiT and select Apply / New Permit. 3. Homeowners create a public login; contractors contact the permit office so the city can verify state licensing and provide AEC credentials. 4. Select permit type and subtype, accept the disclaimer, complete the application, and identify the owner or contractor. 5. Upload plans and supporting documents, confirm the address and contact information, then submit. 6. Track review, pay fees, and request inspections through eTRAKiT after approval.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Greer, SC?
Typical processing time is No citywide processing time estimate located..
What work is exempt from building permits in Greer, SC?
The following work is generally exempt: Cabinets; Decorative trim; Finish flooring, except subfloor work and repairs to damaged joists; Gutters; Painting and wallpapering, although painting contractors should still hold appropriate state specialty licensing; Storage buildings under 200 square feet, although residential zoning review is still required for setbacks. Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning and planning requirements. Confirm edge cases with the Planning and Development Department before proceeding.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Greer, SC?
Inspections can be scheduled via: eTRAKiT portal, 864-968-7029. Requests made by 11:59 p.m. Monday through Friday are scheduled for the next business day..

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