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Winston-Salem, North Carolina Building Permits & Zoning

Regulatory data for residential homebuilders and land developers

5.8
Friction Index Moderate Regulatory Environment
Permit Timeline
42 days
5-6 weeks
Total Fees Est.
$10,550
per residential lot
Impact Fees
$8,100
per lot
Permit Fee
$1,750
residential
Plan Review Fee
$700
per application
Delay Risk
28%
probability of delay

Zoning & Requirements

Permitting Requirements

Process Notes

Staffing & Operations
Experienced staff. Reasonable review process. Digital submission via Accela portal.
Recent Changes
No major regulatory changes. Fee schedule last updated Jan 2025.
Rezone Probability
70%

Contact Information

Permit Office Phone
(336) 727-8000
Official Website
https://www.cityofws.org/218/Building-Inspections

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