Department Functions

This department functions to assure compliance with the 2021 (IRC) International Residential Code with South Carolina modifications for all one- and two-family dwellings and with the 2021 (IBC) International Building Code with South Carolina modifications for all other structures (commercial, multi-family, etc.). Related codes, i.e. fire, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, gas, and flood zone and other regulations apply as adopted.

For projects located in the unincorporated areas of Georgetown County, the division:

• Issues building permits
• Provides pre-construction plan review services
• Inspects construction projects for compliance with all adopted building codes, regulations, ordinances and National Flood Insurance requirements
• Interprets building codes
• Issues change of tenant permits
• Issues mobile home permits
• Issues demolition, fire protection, sprinkler and other permits as required
• Issues Demolition Permits