Sumter, SC
Building Department
How permitting works in South Carolina
South Carolina cities are required by state law to enforce the building code. The city's role is to maintain a permitting office that reviews all plans for structural, fire, and life-safety compliance before any construction can legally begin within the city limits.
Mandatory County and Municipal enforcement.
Contact Information
- Phone
- (803) 774-1617
- Office Hours
- Mon-Fri 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
- Website
- https://www.sumtersc.gov/
- Permit Portal
- https://www.sumtersc.gov/permits