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Planning and Inspections
Permitting
The Planning and Inspections Department administers North Carolina State Building Code and local municipal ordinances.
Fillable Permit Applications:
- General Permit Form (for all trades)
- Residential Construction Form
- Manufactured Home Form
- Sign Permit Form
2019-2020 Fee Schedule Effective July 1, 2019.
At this time the Town can only accept checks, cash or money order for the payment of permits.
To schedule an inspection call (252) 223-3733. When calling in for an inspection please provide:
- The type of inspection needed
- The construction site address
- Permit number
- A contact phone number in case we need to reach you
Please be advised that Town Hall will be closed November 28 and 29 for the Thanksgiving Holiday, no inspections will be scheduled.
Planning
The department provides recommendations to the Planning Board on development plans and policies that will enhance the quality of life for residential and corporate citizens.
Newport Planning Board Meeting Schedule 2019
- Zoning Ordinance (link to American Legal Publishing)
- Subdivision Ordinance (Link to American Legal Publishing)
- Town of Newport Zoning Map (11x17 format)
Flood Plain Management
The Town of Newport participates in the Community Rating System (CRS) which helps to lower the cost of insurance based on actions by the Town. Official flood insurance rate maps (FIRMs) are accessible here Flood Risk Information System (FRIS) or in Town Hall.
The Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance is available HERE (Link to American Legal Publishing)
Contact Information
For further questions or information within the Town of Newport and extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) call: 252-223-3733 or email:
- VACANT, Planning and Zoning Administrator
- Kelley Caldwell, Customer Service Supervisor – EMAIL
- Larry Smith, Building Inspector – EMAIL