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Franklin County

Franklin County, NC Permits for Metal Carports and Garages

North Carolina

In Franklin County, any accessory building with a side 12 feet or longer must meet code and be permitted. Metal buildings over 400 square feet need engineer-stamped plans and a stamped concrete foundation. A metal carport is treated as temporary until you put it on a permanent slab or footings.


Permit office: Franklin County Planning & Inspections
Address: 127 S Bickett Boulevard, Louisburg, NC 27549
Phone: 919-496-2281
Official county page


When a permit is required

  • Any dimension or wall 12 feet or more: permit required.
  • 400 sq ft or more: permanent foundation, zoning approval, septic check and two sets of plans.
  • Metal buildings over 400 sq ft: engineer-stamped plans and foundation.
  • Metal carport on a permanent slab or footings: permit and engineered plans required.


Zoning and setbacks

A zoning permit is required. Your site plan must show lot dimensions, setbacks, driveway location, rights-of-way and easements. Building without permits can bring zoning fines up to $100 a day and inspection fines up to $250 a day.


What to bring

  • Plot plan
  • Engineered plans with footing and foundation details
  • Elevations and roof details
  • Two copies of plans
  • Franklin County Health Department improvements permit


Farm buildings

A building used only for a bona fide farm may be exempt from a building permit in county jurisdiction under N.C. G.S. 160D-903. Ask the office for its farm exemption form. Electrical work still needs a permit.


Common questions

Do I need a permit for a carport in Franklin County?
Yes, if any side or wall is 12 feet or more. A carport on a permanent slab or footings also needs engineered plans for its Franklin County carport permit.


Do I need a permit for a metal garage or shed in Franklin County?
The 12 foot rule applies to any accessory building. Metal buildings over 400 square feet also need engineer-stamped plans and a stamped concrete foundation.


What happens if I skip the permits?
Zoning fines can reach $100 a day, and inspection fines can reach $250 a day.


Sources


Rules and fees change. Call the office to confirm before you order.


See the full North Carolina permit guide for statewide rules, farm exemptions and wind and snow ratings.


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