How much does a building permit cost in Town of Batesburg-Leesville, SC?

Fees are calculated as: Fees based on construction valuation and project type..

How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Batesburg-Leesville, SC?

Inspections can be scheduled via: (803) 532-4601, aetheredge@batesburg-leesville.org.

City Building Permits

Town of Batesburg-Leesville, SC - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Town of Batesburg-Leesville, South Carolina. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

South Carolina Saluda County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the Saluda County portion of the Town of Batesburg-Leesville. Town straddles Lexington and Saluda counties; refer to Lexington County Building Permits for Lexington County portion.

Department: Batesburg-Leesville Building Permits / Code Enforcement
Address: 120 West Church Street, Suite A, Batesburg-Leesville, SC 29006
Phone: (803) 532-4601
Email: aetheredge@batesburg-leesville.org
Website: https://www.batesburg-leesville.org/businesses/page/building-permits

Application Process

Contact Amanda Etheredge, Permit Coordinator, at (803) 532-4601 or aetheredge@batesburg-leesville.org
Confirm zoning compliance through Batesburg-Leesville Planning & Zoning.
Submit permit applications with building plans to town office.
Town reviews for code compliance (2021 IBC, IRC, IMMC, IFC, IPC, IMC, IFGC with SC amendments).
Upon approval, schedule inspections.

Source: Batesburg-Leesville Building Permits / Code Enforcement

General Requirements

A building permit is required for all construction and alterations within the Saluda County portion of Batesburg-Leesville.

Required Documents

Completed permit application form
Architectural/engineering plans if required by valuation/scope
Site plan showing property lines, utilities, and setbacks
Proof of ownership or authorization
Zoning compliance verification from Town Planning & Zoning
Contractor license information if using contractor

Building code: 2021 International Building Code (IBC) with South Carolina Building Codes Council amendments; 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) with SC amendments; 2021 IMMC, IFC, IPC, IMC, IFGC with SC amendments per § 6-9-40.
Owner-builder: Homeowners may act as their own builder under South Carolina Code § 40-59-260 but must obtain a building permit marked 'owner-builder'.
Contractor requirements: General contractors and mechanical contractors must hold an active South Carolina license administered by SC LLR Contractor's Licensing Board (CLB@llr.sc.gov, 803-896-4686). Residential builders must be registered with SC Residential Builders Commission (contact.rbc@llr.sc.gov, 803-896-4696).

Fees

Permit fee formula: Fees based on construction valuation and project type.
Payment note: Contact Amanda Etheredge at (803) 532-4601 for Batesburg-Leesville fee schedule for Saluda County portion permits.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Batesburg-Leesville Building Permits / Code Enforcement to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

(803) 532-4601 (phone)
aetheredge@batesburg-leesville.org (email)

Typical inspection sequence: Coordinate with town office.

Additional Resources

Building code: 2021 International Building Code (IBC) with South Carolina Building Codes Council amendments; 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) with SC amendments; 2021 IMMC, IFC, IPC, IMC, IFGC with SC amendments per § 6-9-40.
Verify contractor license: SC LLR Contractor's Licensing Board
South Carolina Building Codes Council
SC LLR Residential Builders Commission
Batesburg-Leesville Building Permits
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 Batesburg-Leesville Building Permits / Code Enforcement before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Batesburg-Leesville Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Batesburg-Leesville, SC?: A building permit is required for all construction and alterations within the Saluda County portion of Batesburg-Leesville.
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Batesburg-Leesville, SC?: Fees are calculated as: Fees based on construction valuation and project type..
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Batesburg-Leesville, SC?: 1. Contact Amanda Etheredge, Permit Coordinator, at (803) 532-4601 or aetheredge@batesburg-leesville.org 2. Confirm zoning compliance through Batesburg-Leesville Planning & Zoning. 3. Submit permit applications with building plans to town office. 4. Town reviews for code compliance (2021 IBC, IRC, IMMC, IFC, IPC, IMC, IFGC with SC amendments). 5. Upon approval, schedule inspections.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Batesburg-Leesville, SC?: Inspections can be scheduled via: (803) 532-4601, aetheredge@batesburg-leesville.org.

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