Building Permits in Woodruff, SC

SC, a small accessory concrete slab (walkway, patio pad, small equipment pad) of 200 square feet or less at grade is exempt from a building permit. Larger slabs that will support a future structure or are part of a building foundation fall under the building permit. Impervious surface counts toward City of Woodruff zoning lot-coverage limits.

SC, a freestanding deck not more than 30 inches above grade and not more than 200 square feet is exempt from a building permit under 2021 IRC R105.2 as adopted with SC amendments effective 2024-01-01. City of Woodruff zoning setbacks still apply (verify with the Building Department at (864) 476-8154). If a licensed contractor performs the work, that contractor must also hold a current City of Woodruff business license in addition to their SC LLR credential.

SC, fences 7 feet or less are exempt from a state building permit under 2021 IRC R105.2. City of Woodruff zoning regulates fence height, material, and corner-sight-distance setback. Subdivision HOA covenants in the Woodruff area can further restrict materials, color, and front-yard placement.

SC, an at-grade uncovered concrete or paver patio is exempt from a building permit. Adding a cover, roof, or screen enclosure turns the covered area into an accessory structure that requires a building permit. Impervious surface coverage counts toward City of Woodruff zoning lot-coverage limits.

SC, a retaining wall 4 feet or less measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, without surcharge, is exempt from a building permit under 2021 IRC R105.2. Drainage and erosion control remain the owner's responsibility, and walls disturbing more than one acre cumulatively require SC DES NPDES coverage.