County permits

Lancaster County

Lancaster County issues permits only for unincorporated areas. Inside an incorporated city? Pick the city below — its building department handles your permit.

§ 01 Unincorporated

Unincorporated Lancaster County.

If your property isn't inside an incorporated city, the county permit office handles your application directly.

Permit authority: Lancaster County Building Services (Development Services)
Website: Evolve Permit System ↗
Online portal: Evolve Permit System ↗
Phone: (803) 285-1969
Address: 101 N. Main Street, Lancaster, SC 29720

Full unincorporated Lancaster County permit guide →

§ 02 Jurisdictions

Cities in Lancaster County

Click any city for its full permit guide — authority, fees, application steps, inspections, and exempt work.

§ 03 County navigation

Information last verified for Lancaster County, South Carolina. Permit rules and fees change frequently — verify current requirements with the issuing department before applying. Jaspector is an educational reference, not legal advice.