Inspections
The Morehead City Inspections Division is responsible for review of construction plans, issuance of building permits, inspections, and code compliance of all building construction (new, renovation, repairs, demolition, etc.) within Morehead City’s corporate limits and extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ). The Division also administers and enforces the Minimum Housing Standards, the Minimum Nonresidential Structure Standards, and the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance.
Inspections Policy
Plan Review
A departmental plan review service is available by appointment for review of proposed new businesses, commercial construction and development projects, and business expansions. The service provides a one-stop shop opportunity for business developers and owners to meet with representatives of city departments including:
- Fire
- Inspections
- Planning
- Police
- Public Utilities
- Public Works
Contact 252-726-6848, ext. 125 to schedule an appointment.
Discrimination
The Town of Morehead City deplores discrimination in the provision of housing on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, sex, national origin, young children in a family, or handicapping conditions. The Town desires that every citizen be afforded the opportunity to select a home of his or her choice.
If you feel you have been discriminated against due to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap or familiar status you may file a complaint online.
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Planning & Inspections
Physical Address
706 Arendell Street
Morehead City, NC 28557
Phone: 252-726-6848, ext. 125Fax: 252-726-2267
Hours
Monday through Friday
9 am to 5 pm
Closed from 1 pm - 2 pm for lunch
- Building Codes Information
- Carteret County Environmental Health Division
- International Conference of Building Officials
- National Fire Protection Association
- North Carolina Department of Insurance
- North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors
- North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors
- North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors