Building and Codes
The Building and Codes division is charged with enforcing South Carolina adopted internationally recognized construction standards for all new construction, renovations, and additions. Inspection personnel are certified by the State of South Carolina Building Code Council and strive to provide efficient and responsive service to the citizens of York County to ensure that contractors performing work in York County are properly licensed and qualified to perform in South Carolina. York County does not require a “business license” to contract work in the unincorporated areas of the County.

Development Coordinating Center
The York County Development Coordinating Center's purpose is to assist developers with the commercial plan review process. Its primary goal is to ensure timely review of plans and to serve as the primary contact point during the review process. Our department acts as a liaison between County departments, architects, engineers, contractors, developers, and property owners. We track the review of all plans, route them to the applicable departments, compile all comments and provide them to the developer/company representative for revision. Our staff is available to you to provide the latest information regarding your plan review status at any time during the review process. If you have technical questions regarding any of your review comments, we can provide you with the name and contact information of the person who can best help you.

We are constantly striving to better our services and welcome your feedback. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Please feel free to contact us at any time.

Planning
The Planning division is responsible for assisting the Planning Commission, County Council, and general public in preparing for the future growth and development of the County. In addition, the Planning Division develops policies and provide management guidelines to support community conservation efforts, preserve natural resources, and encourage smart growth and development. Typical activities include reviewing rezoning requests, transportation reviews, as well as long range and strategic planning.

Zoning
The Zoning Division is responsible for coordinating the physical development of York County.  The zoning staff is available to assist the public in obtaining information regarding use and development of land in the county and to review development plans for conformance with the county’s ordinance and development regulations.