City/County Inspections Department

Director
William E. (Gene) Bradham
Mailing Address
101 City Hall Plaza
Durham, NC 27701
Phone
(919)560-4144
Fax
(919)560-4484
E-mail
e-mail the director

The City-County Inspections Department is authorized by the North Carolina General Statutes to enforce the North Carolina State Building Code. The primary function of the Department is to ensure the health, safety and welfare of the public. The Department: receives applications for Building Permits (including accessory buildings), Electrical Permits, Mechanical Permits (heating and air conditioning, wood burning stoves), Plumbing Permits and Sign Permits; reviews plans; issues Permits for Construction Activities; conducts Building Inspections of construction in progress; and issues Certificates of Compliance. The Department can provide information on Manufactured Homes, Family Care Homes, Day Care Facilities, Floodplain Management, Impact Fees, and so on.

The administrative office is located on the ground floor of City Hall, 101 City Hall Plaza. For more information or directions, call the City-County Inspections Department at 560-4144, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 am and 5:00 pm.

Deck Construction Frequently Asked Questions

North Carolina Codes On-Line


Special Building Inspection Requirements

Schedule of Special Inspections  Word Version   .pdf version

Durham Development Review Portal

This web site was established to help guide people through the development review process in Durham and Durham County. This portal leads to departmental pages on the City's and County's web site. You will be able to find Applications, Checklist, Overviews and more for every process. The site is a work in progress and will grow and change as more material becomes available. Your suggestions are appreciated.

Statement of Special Inspections  Word Version   .pdf Version

LDO Power Point Presentation

 Presentation   Power Point Show   .pdf Version