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📢 NEW Permit Portal: Apply for permits and track projects online with the City of Shelby’s new Permit Portal. Visit //www.cityofshelby.com/PermitPortal to get started! Email and paper submissions will no longer be accepted.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Planning & Development Services at 704-484-6829 or Building Inspections at 704-484-6805.

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How do I nominate a property for an appearance award?
To submit a nomination for a property to receive an appearance award. Please contact the Keep Shelby Beautiful Coordinator, Jordan Tubbs, at (704)-484-6829 or jordan.tubbs@cityofshelby.com
Do I need a permit when installing a back-up home generator?
Yes, an electrical permit is required to install a back-up home generator. Contact the Building Inspections office for more information at (704)-484-6805.
Do I need a permit when changing out the electrical service?
Yes, an electrical permit is required to change out the electrical service. Contact the Building Inspections office for more information at (704)-484-6805.
Do I need a permit when installing gas logs?
Yes, a plumbing permit is required to install gas logs. Contact the Building Inspections office for more information at (704)-484-6805.
Do I need a permit when installing a sign for a business?
Yes, a sign permit is required for the installation of signs. Contact the Building Inspections office for more information at (704)-484-6805.
Do I need a permit when for interior updates, such as replacing cabinets, flooring, or painting?
No, a permit is not currently required for these types of projects. Contact the Building Inspections office for more information at (704)-484-6805.
Do I need a permit when building a retaining wall?
Yes, a building permit is required for retaining walls. Contact the Building Inspections office for more information at (704)-484-6805.
Do I need a permit when replacing windows, siding, gutters, etc.?
No, a permit is not currently required for projects such as these. Contact the Building Inspections office for more information at (704)-484-6805.
Do I need a permit when replacing a heating and air unit?
Yes, a mechanical permit is required to replace a heating and air unit. Contact the Building Inspections office for more information at (704)-484-6805.
Do I need a permit when reroofing using shingles, membrane, or tar and gravel?
No, a permit for reroofing with these materials is not currently required. Contact the Building Inspections office for more information at (704)-484-6805.
Do I need a permit when putting in an irrigation system?
Yes, a plumbing permit is required with the installation of an irrigation system. RPZ backflow prevention installation is also required. Contact the Building Inspections office for more information at 704-484-6805.
Do I need a permit when having an in ground pool installed?
Yes, a building permit is required for the installation of an in ground pool. RPZ backflow prevention must also be installed. Contact the Building Inspections office for more information at (704)-484-6805.
Do I need a permit when building or setting up a manufactured carport?
Yes, a building permit is required for a manufactured carport, along with anchorage plans from a North Carolina design professional. Contact the Building Inspections office for more information at (704)-484-6805.
Do I need a permit when building or setting up a manufactured storage building?
Yes, a building permit is required if any dimension of the storage building is greater than 12 feet. Contact the Building Inspections office for more information at (704)-484-6805.
Do I need a permit when demolishing an existing building?
Yes, a demolition permit is required before a building can be torn down. Contact the Building Inspections office for more information at (704)-484-6805.
Do I need a permit when moving a house?
Yes, a moving permit is required. Contact the Planning & Development Services office for more information at (704)-484-6805.
Do I need a permit when setting up a mobile or modular home?
Yes, a permit is required for manufactured homes. Contact the Building Inspections office for more information at (704)-484-6805.

NOTICE: Garbage pick-up scheduled for Monday, November 11, will occur a day later, on Tuesday, November 12. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday's routes will be collected on normal schedule. If you have any questions, contact the Public Works Department at 704-484-6846.

How do I nominate a property for an appearance award?

Do I need a permit when installing a back-up home generator?

Do I need a permit when changing out the electrical service?

Do I need a permit when installing gas logs?

Do I need a permit when installing a sign for a business?

Do I need a permit when for interior updates, such as replacing cabinets, flooring, or painting?

Do I need a permit when building a retaining wall?

Do I need a permit when replacing windows, siding, gutters, etc.?

Do I need a permit when replacing a heating and air unit?

Do I need a permit when reroofing using shingles, membrane, or tar and gravel?

Do I need a permit when putting in an irrigation system?

Do I need a permit when having an in ground pool installed?

Do I need a permit when building or setting up a manufactured carport?

Do I need a permit when building or setting up a manufactured storage building?

Do I need a permit when demolishing an existing building?

Do I need a permit when moving a house?

Do I need a permit when setting up a mobile or modular home?