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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Easley
Structural remodeling or additions, electrical/plumbing/mechanical work, and structures 200 square feet or greater; any structure of any size with plumbing or electricity.
Residential roofing
Vinyl siding
Window replacement
Fences
- Exempt Residential roofing
- Exempt Vinyl siding
- Exempt Window replacement
- Exempt Fences
Note: Contact the Building Department to confirm whether edge cases are exempt from permitting.
Required documents
- Residential or commercial building permit application
- Commercial projects require two stamped hard-copy plan sets for review
- Owner-builder disclosure if a homeowner pulls a permit for a primary residence
- Building code
- 2021 International Building Code, 2021 International Residential Code, 2021 International Fire Code, 2021 International Plumbing Code, 2021 International Mechanical Code, 2021 International Fuel Gas Code, 2009 International Energy Conservation Code, 2021 International Property Maintenance Code, 2021 International Existing Building Code, and 2020 National Electrical Code.
- Permit validity
- Not clearly posted on the current city pages reviewed.
- Owner-builder
- A homeowner may pull a permit only for a primary residence, not a rental property, and must complete and record an Owner/Builder Disclosure form with Pickens County.
- Contractor requirements
- Easley's published materials point contractors to city business license requirements and staff review; the fee schedule notes contractors should check with the Finance Department regarding a City Business License.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Not publicly stated on the current Easley pages reviewed.
- 01 Confirm whether a permit is required. Easley says permits are required when remodeling or additions change structural conditions or include electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work, and for any structure 200 square feet or greater or any structure of any size with plumbing or electricity.
- 02 Download the residential or commercial building permit application from the Building Department page.
- 03 For commercial work, mail or deliver two stamped hard-copy plan sets to the City of Easley Building Department, attention Tor Ellstrom, 205 N 1st St., Easley, SC 29640.
- 04 Coordinate plan review or code questions with the Building Official and schedule inspections through the department.
- 05 Pay permit fees under the published schedule once staff completes review and issues the permit.
Typical processing time: Not publicly stated on the current Easley pages reviewed.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Easley building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$40.00 for construction cost from $0 to $5,000
02
Plan check fee
Commercial construction plan review is 1/2 of permit fees; plans are submitted to a third party for review.
03
Permit fee formula
Valuation based. $0-$5,000 = $40; $5,001-$100,000 = $40 plus $5 per $1,000; $100,001-$500,000 = $515 plus $4 per $1,000; $500,001 and over = $2,115 plus $3 per $1,000.
04
Reinspection fee
First reinspection $60; second reinspection $75; third and ongoing $100 per the inspection page.
Current public materials do not state online payment instructions for building permits.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- (864) 855-7908 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- At least 24 hours notice required.
Typical sequence: Footing; plumbing under slab; slab; rough-in; insulation and house wrap; temporary permanent power; final inspection.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Easley permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Easley, SC? ▸
Structural remodeling or additions, electrical/plumbing/mechanical work, and structures 200 square feet or greater; any structure of any size with plumbing or electricity.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Easley, SC? ▸
Building permit fees in Easley, SC are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $40.00 for construction cost from $0 to $5,000. Fees are calculated as: Valuation based. $0-$5,000 = $40; $5,001-$100,000 = $40 plus $5 per $1,000; $100,001-$500,000 = $515 plus $4 per $1,000; $500,001 and over = $2,115 plus $3 per $1,000.. Plan check fee: Commercial construction plan review is 1/2 of permit fees; plans are submitted to a third party for review..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Easley, SC? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Easley, SC, follow these steps: 1. Confirm whether a permit is required. Easley says permits are required when remodeling or additions change structural conditions or include electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work, and for any structure 200 square feet or greater or any structure of any size with plumbing or electricity. 2. Download the residential or commercial building permit application from the Building Department page. 3. For commercial work, mail or deliver two stamped hard-copy plan sets to the City of Easley Building Department, attention Tor Ellstrom, 205 N 1st St., Easley, SC 29640. 4. Coordinate plan review or code questions with the Building Official and schedule inspections through the department. 5. Pay permit fees under the published schedule once staff completes review and issues the permit.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Easley, SC? ▸
Building permit processing times in Easley, SC typically run Not publicly stated on the current Easley pages reviewed.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Easley, SC? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Easley, SC. The following work is generally exempt: Residential roofing; Vinyl siding; Window replacement; Fences. Note: Contact the Building Department to confirm whether edge cases are exempt from permitting. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Easley, SC? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Easley, SC via: (864) 855-7908. At least 24 hours notice required..
last verified April 2026
source Building Department, City of Easley ↗
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Department, City of Easley before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.