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Inspection requests require 24-hour notice.
Requests may be made by phone (864) 848-2175 or by fax (864) 801-2020.
Inspector Hours
7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Monday - Friday
Office Staff Hours
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Monday - Friday
It is very important that contractors obtain a permit from the Building and Development Standards Department for any work being done in the City of Greer. Homeowners should realize that obtaining the permit is not their responsibility but that of the contactor -- a measure to hold the contractor responsible for the work and to ensure that the work is checked by a City of Greer inspector.
Before any contractor may purchase a permit, he must be licensed by the State of South Carolina to work in the City of Greer. Please, as a homeowner, check that your contractor meets all state and city requirements. This will help assure that you receive the best work possible in accordance with applicable codes.
Who Needs A Permit?
What is required to do work in the City of Greer?
How do I obtain a building permit?
What city offices may be involved?
Other helpful information
Codes/Planning permit fees and applications
Building Permit
Electrical
Mechanical
Plumbing
Pool Bonding
Zoning permits and applications
Certificate Of Zoning Compliance
Notice of Appeals and Forms
Residential Zoning Permit
Sign Permit
Zoning Map Amendment Application
Zoning Permit for Home Occupancy
Zoning Verification Form
Advisory Review Committee (Commercial)
Advisory Review Committee (Residential Subdivision)
Stormwater permits and regulations
Fire Marshal codes and inspections
Fire Alarm Permit Application
Fire Sprinkler Permit Application
Fire Suppression System Application
Above Ground Tank Permit Application
Underground Fire Line Permit Application
Fee Schedule
Fire Alarm Systems Information Packet
Fire Protection Underground Permit Packet
Rapid Entry Information Packet
Fire Lane Sign Information Packet
Who Needs A Permit?
Any person, firm, or corporation planning to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, prepare, move, convert, or demolish any building or structure or cause the same to be done, without first obtaining a permit from the building department.
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What is required to do work in the City of Greer?
1. General Contractors must have:
A) A City of Greer business license
B) Registration as a specialty contractor with the Residential Home Builders Commission if the job exceeds $200.
C) A South Carolina State license for:
a. Residential work over $5,000 (Residential Home Builder)
b. Commercial work over $5,000 (General Contractors Licensing Board)
2. Electrical, plumbing, gas and mechanical contractors must have:
A. At least a journeyman’s card
B. A City of Greer business license
C. A South Carolina Mechanical Contractor’s License for any commercial job that exceeds $5,000.
3. A homeowner may do his or her own work on their own domicile.
4. Any individual doing work on someone else’s property is considered a contractor and is required to comply with #1 & 2.
CAUTION: If a contractor suggest that it is the homeowner's responsibility to obtain the permit, do not comply. You, as the homeowner, would assume all responsibility and the contractor may not be licensed or qualified to do the work.
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How do I obtain a building permit?
Your first step in obtaining a permit will depend on the type of construction proposed. Select from the following options below:
1. Permits for additions, alterations or repairs to existing dwellings:
The process begins when you visit the Building Dept. You will be asked to identify the property, the owner of the property and to fill out a permit application which details the work to be done. A plot plan showing the lot size and the location of all existing structures should be submitted to the City Planning Department. In addition, the contractor must present appropriate city and state licenses.
2. Permits for one or two family dwellings:
The contractor or homeowner must submit two copies of the plans for review and fill out a permit application. You must have the address, TMS number, cost, owner's name, current zoning application and appropriate city and state licenses.
3. Permits for multi-family and commercial structures:
Three set of plans must be submitted and specifications must be submitted. Along with these, site plans showing drainage calculations and detention must be submitted. If the building exceeds 5,000 sq, ft. or will be used as a place of assembly, institutional or educational it must be designed and stamped by a design professional. All plans must include structural, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, elevator and foundation details. Permits will take no more than 30 days to review. Permits will be issued upon written verification from the fire department, the city engineer, planning and appropriate other agencies. At that time you will be contacted that the permit is ready. There will be a plan review fee of one-half the permit fee. All checks shall be made out to the City of Greer.
City Building Inspectors will make routine inspections during construction of the buildings. When the completed structure meets all applicable codes, the structure will be finaled and a Certificate of Occupancy issued. A structure may not be occupied prior to the C of O being issued.
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What city offices may be involved?
Engineering
Approval is required for residential subdivisions and commercial projects for grading permits; ie: storm water management, sediment and erosion control, etc. 864-848-2181
Planning
Approval of zoning, setbacks, subdivision regulations. 864-848-5396
Business License
The Business License Division will verify that the contractor has a business license prior to a building permit being issued. 864-848-2150
Fire Department
Any plans that are submitted require that the City of Greer Fire Marshal reviews these plans for compliance with the fire codes and sprinkler plans, if required. 864-848-2169
Building Department
Once all approvals are made, the Building Department will issue the required permits and conduct all inspections.
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Other helpful information
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The City Planning/Zoning Department can assist you in determining if the intended use of the structure is permitted within the appropriate zoning classification. Call (864) 848-5396. |
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The size and intended use of the proposed structure will determine if extensive drawings will be required. |
| 3. | Allow up to 30 days for a review of the complete set of submitted plans. |
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The permit fee is based on contract or total cost to be paid prior to the issuance of the building permit. |
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It is the contractor's responsibility to call (864) 848-2175 and request inspections at least 24 hours prior to inspection. |
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The Construction Board of Appeals is available for contractors and the public to appeal any building code interpretation from an inspection. |
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The following permits may be faxed to (864) 801-2020 for your convenience: Mechanical, Gas, Signs, Roofing and Plumbing. Inspection requests may also be faxed to that number. |