Building and Planning


The Building Department is responsible for enforcement of the Building Code as adopted by the State and Local governing body. The Department issues permits and reviews building plans. The Building Department also administers the management of the flood plain, working with FEMA and the SC Department of Resources.

Building Department staff handles all requests for the Construction Board of Appeal.
City of Folly Beach
Building Department
P. O. Box 48
21 Center Street
Folly Beach, SC 29439
(843)588-7010
(843)588-7016 (Fax)

PERSONNEL
Aaron Pope, Zoning Administrator
apope@cityoffollybeach.com

Eric A. Lutz, Building Official
elutz@cityoffollybeach.com

FEATURES
1. Steps to obtaining a residential building permit.
2. Steps to obtaining a commercial permit.
3. Permit Fee
4. Business License Fees
5. Requirements for modular housing.
6. Requirements and special conditions.

APPLICATIONS