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Lexington, South Carolina Building Permits & Zoning

Regulatory data for residential homebuilders and land developers

5.0
Friction Index Low Regulatory Environment
Permit Timeline
32 days
4-5 weeks
Total Fees Est.
$8,450
per residential lot
Impact Fees
$6,500
per lot
Permit Fee
$1,400
residential
Plan Review Fee
$550
per application
Delay Risk
20%
probability of delay

Zoning & Requirements

Permitting Requirements

Process Notes

Staffing & Operations
Efficient department. Lower friction than Columbia proper. Growing residential market.
Recent Changes
No major fee changes. Stable permitting environment.
Rezone Probability
76%

Contact Information

Permit Office Phone
(803) 358-7275
Official Website
https://www.lexsc.com/departments/planning-development

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