County Building Permits
Saluda County, SC - 2026 Building Permit Guide
How to apply for a building permit in unincorporated Saluda County, South Carolina. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.
South Carolina Updated March 2026
Permit Authority
All unincorporated areas of Saluda County.
- Department
- Saluda County Building Codes Department
- Address
- 400 W Highland Avenue, Saluda, SC 29138
- Phone
- (864) 445-4500 ext. 2272
Online Permit Portal
Platform: CC&I Services • Account required: Yes • Submission: Online only
Application Process
- Contact Saluda County Building Codes at (864) 445-4500 ext. 2272 to confirm project eligibility and zoning compliance.
- Access CC&I Services portal at https://www.cciservisesllc.com and create an account or log in.
- Select 'Department of Building Safety' tab and choose Saluda County jurisdiction.
- Click 'View Permits and Forms' and select the required permit application type.
- Prepare and submit PDF building plans with completed permit application.
- Provide project details including scope, valuation, and contractor information.
- County reviews for IBC/IRC compliance with South Carolina amendments.
- Respond to any staff comments or requests for revisions.
- Pay permit fees upon issuance notification.
- Schedule inspections by calling (864) 445-4500 ext. 2272 with minimum 24-hour advance notice.
General Requirements
A building permit is required for all construction and alterations in unincorporated Saluda County.
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
- Contractor license information if using contractor
- Property survey if required
- Building code
- 2021 International Building Code (IBC) with South Carolina Building Codes Council amendments; 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) with SC amendments (Appendix Q and Appendix H adopted statewide); 2021 IMPC, 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 vary by project type (residential, commercial, manufactured home) and estimated cost of construction.
- Payment note
- Contact MarthaAnn Lake (mlake@safebuilt.com) or (864) 445-4500 ext. 2272 for current fee structure and payment options.
Work That Does NOT Require a Permit
Contact the Saluda County Building Codes Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.
Inspections
How to Schedule
- (864) 445-4500 ext. 2272 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- Minimum 24 hours advance notice required before desired inspection.
- Inspection hours
- Monday-Friday
Typical inspection sequence: Inspector assignment based on project location and workload. Certified Building Official Rick Merck has authority to approve/disapprove work and issue stop-work orders for unsafe conditions.
Additional Resources
- Building code: 2021 International Building Code (IBC) with South Carolina Building Codes Council amendments; 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) with SC amendments (Appendix Q and Appendix H adopted statewide); 2021 IMPC, 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
- SC DHEC Onsite Wastewater Permitting
- SC DHEC Stormwater Program
- FEMA Flood Map Service Center
- Saluda County Property Records
- 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 Saluda County Building Codes Department before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Saluda County Building Permit FAQ
- Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Saluda County, SC?
- A building permit is required for all construction and alterations in unincorporated Saluda County.
- How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Saluda County, SC?
- Fees are calculated as: Fees vary by project type (residential, commercial, manufactured home) and estimated cost of construction..
- How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Saluda County, SC?
- 1. Contact Saluda County Building Codes at (864) 445-4500 ext. 2272 to confirm project eligibility and zoning compliance. 2. Access CC&I Services portal at https://www.cciservisesllc.com and create an account or log in. 3. Select 'Department of Building Safety' tab and choose Saluda County jurisdiction. 4. Click 'View Permits and Forms' and select the required permit application type. 5. Prepare and submit PDF building plans with completed permit application. 6. Provide project details including scope, valuation, and contractor information. 7. County reviews for IBC/IRC compliance with South Carolina amendments. 8. Respond to any staff comments or requests for revisions. 9. Pay permit fees upon issuance notification. 10. Schedule inspections by calling (864) 445-4500 ext. 2272 with minimum 24-hour advance notice.
- How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Saluda County, SC?
- Inspections can be scheduled via: (864) 445-4500 ext. 2272. Minimum 24 hours advance notice required before desired inspection..
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