🏗️ Bladen County Inspections Department
Dedicated to fostering the safe and compliant development of our communities, the Bladen County Inspections Department ensures all residential, commercial, and industrial structures meet the standards of the North Carolina State Building Code. Our mission is to promote health, safety, and the general welfare of all citizens through professional code enforcement and public service.
Matthew Chadwick, Director
450 Smith Circle, P.O. Box 1076, Elizabethtown, NC 28337
www.bladeninfo.org | Email: BCInspections@bladenco.org
📞 (910) 862-6780 | 📠 (910) 862-6932
Office Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
🕘 Plans Approval & Building Permits: Accepted until 9:30 AM (Mon–Fri)
👷♂️ Inspectors Available: Until 9:30 AM for code and inspection-related questions
📋 Fee Schedule Effective July 1, 2025
| Category | Description | Fee |
|---|
| New Building Permits |
| Residential & Commercial |
Up to 10,000 sq ft at .15 per sq ft |
Varies |
| |
Over 10,000 sq ft at .05 per sq ft |
Varies |
| Residential Minimum |
|
$75.00 |
| Commercial Minimum |
|
$100.00 |
| Plumbing Permits |
| First 10 fixture traps |
$12.50 per trap |
Varies |
| Over 10 traps |
$5.00 per additional trap |
Varies |
| Sewer & Water Traps |
|
$50.00 |
| Insulation Permits |
| |
Up to 10,000 sq ft at .06 per sq ft |
Varies |
| |
Over 10,000 sq ft at .03 per sq ft |
Varies |
| Mobile Home Permits |
| Setup, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical |
Each Permit |
$60.00 |
| Electrical Permits |
| New Construction |
.35 per amp |
Varies |
| Temporary Pole / Service Change |
|
$50.00 |
| Mechanical Permits |
| HVAC |
$30 per ton (first 50 tons) |
Varies |
| |
$5 per ton over 50 tons |
Varies |
| Gas Piping |
|
$50.00 |
| Fire Inspection Permits |
| See Emergency Services Fee Schedule |
Varies |
| Miscellaneous Permits |
| Remodel / Signs / Demo / Pools |
Various residential & commercial work |
$100.00 - $300.00 |
| County Licenses |
| Contractor |
To $40,000 |
$50.00 |
| Insulation Contractor |
|
$50.00 |
| Fee Exempt |
| Farm Buildings |
Except electrical |
Exempt |
| Recall Fee |
| After 2nd inspection |
Per additional inspection |
$50.00 |
Have questions? We're here to help guide you through the permitting process and ensure your project meets state and county standards.
📨 Contact the Inspections Team
