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Download the Abandoned Manufactured Home Removal Form and Policy
Download the Buncombe County ABC Inspection Permit Application.
This handout is a brief synopsis of the general requirements so a person with a disability may enter, exit, and utilize a building.
View the Affidavit Of Workers’ Compensation Coverage as per NCGS § 87-14.
Download the Buncombe County Amendment to Existing Commercial Permit.
Download the Buncombe County Amendment to Existing Residential Permit.
OSHA, the EPA, and AB Air Quality have developed rules and regulations for the removal of asbestos-containing materials from buildings.
Backflow prevention & cross-connection to protect our public water supply
Download the Buncombe County Application for Combination Trade Permit.
Download the Buncombe County Commercial Addition Permit Application.
Download the Buncombe County Commercial Deck Permit Application.
Download the Buncombe County Commercial Foundation Only Permit Application.
Download the Buncombe County Commercial Ground Mounted Solar Permit Application.
Download the commercial checklist.
Download the Buncombe County Commercial Interior Alteration Permit Application.
Download the Buncombe County Commercial Modular Office or Classroom Permit Application.
Download the Buncombe County Commercial Multifamily Modular Permit Application.
Download the Buncombe County Commercial New Building Construction Permit Application.
Download the Buncombe County Commercial New Multifamily Building Permit Application.
Download the Buncombe County Commercial Other Permit Application. Bleachers, Soccer Field, etc.
Download the Buncombe County Commercial Project Building Code Summary.
Download the Buncombe County Commercial Roof-Mounted Solar Permit Application.
Download the Buncombe County Commercial Rooftop Alteration Permit Application.
Download the Buncombe County Commercial Shell Permit Application.
Download the Buncombe County Commercial Sign Permit Application.
Download the Buncombe County Commercial Swimming Pool Permit Application.
Download the Buncombe County Communication Tower/Compound Permit Application.
Download the Buncombe County Daycare Inspection Permit Application.
A list of contacts for development in Buncombe County including the Permits & Inspections, Planning, and Environmental Health Departments.
View the current permit fee schedule.
A list of egress requirements for decks & ramps as per the State of North Carolina Regulations for Manufactured Homes 2004 Edition.
Demolition permit application.
Download the Electronic Plan Review.
Download the Element Inspection Procedure.
Download the Emergency Repair Permit Application.
Download Existing On-Site Waste Water Affidavit.
Download How to Amend an Existing Commercial Permit/Application.
Download How to Amend an Existing Residential Permit/Application.
Download How to Apply for a New Commercial Building Permit.
Download How to Apply for a New Residential Building Permit.
Download How to Apply for a Permit on Existing Commercial Building.
Download How to Apply for a Permit on Existing Residential Building.
Download How to Apply for a Stand-Alone Trade Permit.
Download How to Upload Documents.
Download the Informal Appeal of Inspection Result form.
Download the Buncombe County Informal Internal Review Process Form.
Download the inspection procedures for residential and commercial work.
Download the form for issuing permits to modular building owners.
The Log Home Spec Sheet form must be completed and attached to your plans.
A list of procedures for manufactured home inspections.
Download the Manufactured Home Permit Application
Download the Manufactured Home Soil Bearing Report Form.
Download the minimum housing inspection request.
Download the minimum housing inspection request - Spanish
The Modular Spec Sheet form must be completed and attached to your plans.
Visit the MSD Public Access Permitting Site.
Download the Owner Exemption Affidavit.
Download the pay permit fees online instructions document.
The policy and permit form for temporary utility service.
registered-design-pro-form Download a copy of the Registered Design Professional Inspection Form.
Download the Request for Rental Inspection Form.
Download the Buncombe County Residential Addition Permit Application.
Download the Buncombe County Residential Alteration / Renovation Permit Application.
Download the Buncombe County Residential Deck Permit Application.
Download the Buncombe County Residential Detached Accessory Permit Application.
Download the Buncombe County Residential Detached Carport Permit Application.
Download the Buncombe County Residential Detached Garage Permit Application.
Download the Residential Energy Compliance Certificate.
Download the Buncombe County Residential Foundation Only Permit Application.
Download the Buncombe County Residential Ground-Mount Solar Permit Application.
Download the Buncombe County Residential Modular Dwelling Permit Application.
Download the Residential Renovation and Addition Permit Application.
Download the Buncombe County Residential Roof-Mounted Solar Permit Application.
Download the Buncombe County Residential Site-Built Heated Structure Permit Application.
Download the Buncombe County Residential Structural Repair Permit Application.
Download the Buncombe County Residential Sunroom Permit Application.
Download the Buncombe County Residential Swimming Pool Permit Application.
The Residential Spec Sheet form must be completed and attached to your plans.
Download the Buncombe County Retaining Wall Permit Application.
Download the Buncombe County Single Trade Permit Application.
View permitting requirements for solar systems.
Download the Special Inspection and Testing Agreement.
Download the Subcontractor Name Change Form.
An appendix to the 2009 International Residential Code regarding wood decks.
Year-End Financial Reporting FY2023.
Year-End Financial Reporting FY2024.
Permits & Inspections Department
Permits & Inspections Main Line P: (828) 250-5360
Permits & Inspections 30 Valley Street Asheville, NC 28801
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Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
No permit applications or permit fees can be processed after 4:00 p.m.