Henderson County Permit Process for New Commercial Structures

The following checklist will assist you in preparing to apply for a Building Permit in Henderson County.

Permit fee is based on the cost of the project; commercial Fees are $7.00 per $1000 with a minimum permit fee of $75.00.

Commercial Building Permits

• County Zoning Permit or zoning permit from your municipality. Fees are determined by each municipality.
• Watershed Permit (if applicable)
• Water & Sewer Tap Receipts (If applicable): Contact Hendersonville Water & Sewer Dept. at 828-697-3073
• If you are installing a septic tank, you must have approval from Environmental Health in order to obtain building permit: 828-694-6060
• Erosion & Stormwater Permit (if applicable) Contact Natalie Berry 828-694-6521
• Commercial Plan Approval
• Approved Appendix B
• Appointment of NC Registered Lien Agent is required prior to issuance of building permit. Click here

Fire Prevention Permits (Commercial Structures Only)

The Henderson County Fire Marshal can be reached at 828-697-4728.

• Copy of site plans and blueprints
• Payment of permit fee

**For property that has been purchased within the last 30 days, a recorded copy of the warranty deed is required.