Permit Application Process

Building Permits

(Note: These steps apply to: frame houses, accessory buildings, garages, decks, porches, and docks)

• Obtain an Authorization to Construct from the Environmental Health Department if the structure is a residential structure
• Complete CAMA permits if applicable and complete building permit application packet
• Plot plan of your property showing where the structure will be placed and how many feet it will be from each property line
• Submit two sets of building plans for approval by the Building Inspector
• Approval by the Building Inspector, Zoning Official, and Floodplain Manager can take 3-5 business days with a complete application
• We require a list of all of the contractors and sub-contractors and their license numbers. The permit cannot be obtained without this list
• When it is time for your inspections please call the Morehead City Office or the Western Office with your permit number to schedule your inspection
• All new construction in Unincorporated Carteret County that is located a Special Flood Hazard Area aka the 100-year FEMA defined flood zone must also meet the requirements of the Carteret County Flood Damage Prevention and Protection Ordinance
• Development occurring within the jurisdictions of the Towns of:  Atlantic Beach, Bogue, Cape Carteret, Cedar Point, Emerald Isle, Indian Beach, and Peletier, the applicant must first obtain planning, zoning, and floodplain approval from these respective towns before a permit can be issued by Carteret County

Manufactured Homes

• Copy of authorization for wastewater or operation permit from environmental health
• Complete CAMA permits if applicable and complete building permit application packet
• Plot plan of property showing setbacks of manufactured home from all property lines
• Notarized statements from contractors and sub-contractors
• Cost, size, year, make and wind zone of your manufactured home
• Please obtain a permit before moving your manufactured home. You want to be sure your home is allowed in Carteret County. Our county has certain requirements with regards to wind zones