The Building and Planning Office coordinates the permitting and development of, the present and future residential, commercial, and industrial interests of Calhoun County. Building and Planning promotes the welfare and safety of the incorporated and unincorporated areas of the County.
- Click here to visit the Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals web page
For further information than below please contact our office by phone at (803) 874-4201 or via email: planning@calhouncounty.sc.gov
Effective immediately, the Building and Planning Office will offer services according to this schedule:
- Inspections - Monday, Wednesday, and Friday (minimum 24 hour notice required)
- Office/Meetings - Tuesday and Thursday (plan reviews, plat reviews, planning & zoning items, etc.)
Please note that all documents on this page are presented in Adobe PDF format unless specified otherwise.
Ordinances
- Calhoun County Building Regulations Ordinance
- Calhoun County Flood Ordinance
- Calhoun County Zoning Ordinances
Building Codes
Building Permit Fees
Permit Applications and Forms
- Building Permit
- Property Owner Consent Form
- Owner-Builder Affidavit
- Restrictive Covenants Affidavit
- Wastewater Disposal System Verification
- Floodplain Development Permit
Town Approval Forms
Residential Plan Review Requirements and Guidelines
- Residential Permit Submittal Requirements
- Residential Building Code Guide
- Residential Building Envelope Certification
- Residential Duct Sealing Certificate
- Residential Energy Code Compliance Certificate
- Residential Plan and Inspections Guide
- 2018 IRC Building Guide - Accessory Structure
- 2018 IRC Building Guide - Pole Barns
- 2018 IRC Building Guide - Swimming Pools
- 2018 IRC Building Guide - Uncovered Decks/Porches
- 2018 IRC Building Guide - Residential Basement Finish
- 2018 IRC Building Guide - Home Additions
- 2018 IRC Building Guide - Patio Cover
- 2018 IRC Building Guide - Patio Covers/Carports
- Success with the 2009 IECC for South Carolina