Patios are not considered permanent structures and typically do not require building permits. Please be aware of any underground utilities or easements on your property, and make sure your property lines are clearly marked before pouring concrete for a patio.
You can find who owns a parcel of land by: Looking at the deed for the land online or at the Register of Deeds office. One of the easiest ways to find out who owns a parcel of land is to use tax maps.
If the deck or porch is less than 12x12 (144 square feet) or if the deck does not contain post supports, then no building permit is required. Any deck, regardless of size or design, will require a zoning permit.
Contact County Assessor's Office Please call our office at 980-314-4226 or email us using the appropriate service area email address below. For questions related to your tax bill, visit Office of the Tax Collector.
The following projects do not require a permit: Asphalt or gravel driveways. Awnings (wall mounted only) Exterior work under $15000 - Non Structural Only. Interior work under $15000 - Non Structural Only. Non-residential farm buildings. Non-structural slab (no footers for future building construction)
Mecklenburg County property tax rate is 48.31 cents per $100 in property value. Therefore, to calculate your county property taxes, take the assessed value of your property, divide by 100, and then multiply by 0.4831. For example, the owner of a $200,000 house will have an annual County tax bill of $966.20.
A building permit is required for anything measuring over 12 feet in any dimension. Please view the Permitting web page at .meckpermit for more detailed information regarding bonds, licensing, and permitting.
A storage shed, or an accessory building will need a building permit if any dimension is greater than 12 feet in any one dimension.
Yes, a Zoning Use Permit is required for structures 12 feet or less in any dimension. This permit assures that the structure is located far enough from property lines and other buildings/structures. A building permit is required for anything measuring over 12 feet in any dimension.
The frost line in Mecklenburg County is approximately 12 inches (significantly less digging). Soil depths below the frost line are relatively constant in temperature. Positioning mains below the frost line provides thermal insulation to the water line that helps prevent water from freezing within.