Henderson County Permit Process for Construction of a New Single Family Dwelling, Duplex, Addition or Remodel

The following checklist will assist you in preparing to apply for a Building Permit in Henderson County.

Residential Building Permit/Plan Review Submittal Requirements for Dwellings, Additions & Remodels

General Submittal Requirements

  • Completed Residential Building Permit Application (Paper application not required if submitting through the portal)
  • County Zoning Permit or zoning permit from your municipality. Fees are determined by each municipality.
  • Watershed Permit (If applicable)
  • Erosion/Stormwater Permit (if applicable) Dept: Site Development
  • Authorization to Construct Approval on septic permit (if applicable) from Environmental Health **Contact 694-6060
  • Water & Sewer Tap Receipts (If applicable): Contact Hendersonville Water & Sewer Dept. at 697-3052
  • 1 set of construction plans (Remodel projects involving, but not limited to adding bedrooms, finishing basement, entire house remodel requires plan submittal)
  • Appointment of NC Registered Lien Agent is required prior to issuance of building permit. Click here

**For property that has been purchased within the last 30 days, a recorded copy of the warranty deed is required.