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1. Does New Hanover County issue Land Disturbance Permits in the City Of Wilmington?

Yes, unless it is a city or county-owned project.

New Hanover County cannot issue permits to entities who have powers of eminent domain (the right to condemn property), or to projects that use local, state, or federal funds. These projects are permitted through the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ). They can be reached at 910-796-7215.

2. How do I contact New Hanover County Engineering?

230 Government Center Drive
Suite 160
Wilmington, NC 28403
Phone: 910-798-7139
Fax: 910-798-7051
Engineering Page

Hours
Monday through Friday
8 am to 5 pm

3. How long is a Land Disturbance Permit valid?

A Land Disturbance Permit is valid while the site is active or for a period of one year if no land-disturbing activity is undertaken.

4. How long is a Stormwater Permit valid?

A Stormwater Permit, issued by New Hanover County, does not expire.

5. How much is a Land Disturbance Permit?

Residential Subdivision

• Review Fee: $200 paid at the time of application.
• Land Disturbance Fee: $300 per acre disturbed, paid at the time of plat recordation.
• Modifications: $200.
• Transfer of Ownership: $200.

All lots must be within the limits of disturbance and have erosion control measures.

Commercial Development

• Review Fee: $200, paid at the time of application.
• Land Disturbance Fee: $300 per acre disturbed, paid at the time of Certificate of Occupancy.
• Modifications: $200.
• Transfer of Ownership: $200.

Other

• Review Fee: $200, paid at the time of application.
• Land Disturbance Fee: $300 per acre disturbed, paid at time of application.
• Modifications: $200
• Transfer of Ownership: $200

6. When is a Land Disturbance Permit required?

A Land Disturbance Permit is required when:

• More than one acre is to be disturbed.
• A permit has previously been issued on the property or project and additional land disturbance activities are planned.
• A parcel or project is less than one acre but is part of a larger project (that is, a common plan of development).

7. When is a Stormwater Permit required?

A Stormwater Permit is required when:

• There will be an accumulation of 10,000 square feet or more of impervious surface area on a parcel.
• A site with an existing Stormwater Permit is to be redeveloped or expanded.