Purpose:
The Ordinances are intended to guide the growth and development of Union County in accordance with the Comprehensive Plan and for the following purposes:
- To secure adequate light, air, and convenience of access; and safety from fire, flood and other damages.
- To promote the public health, safety, comfort, convenience, morals and general welfare.
- To plan for the future development of the county so:
- that the community grows only with adequate public ways, utilities, health, education, and recreation facilities
- that the needs of agriculture, industry, and business be recognized in future growth;
- that residential areas provide healthful surroundings for family life;
- that the growth of the community is commensurate with and promotes the efficient and economical use of public funds; and
- that the community strives for high aesthetic value and quality planning and design.
Ordinances are changed periodically to keep up with the changing times, situations and problems that arise.
When a Building Permit is Needed (for other than the obvious):
- Swimming Pools
- Decks/Porches
- Accessory Buildings
- Room Additions
- Upgrading of Mobile Homes
- Electrical and Plumbing Upgrades
When a Permit is NOT Needed:
- Remodeling does not require a permit unless you are moving the load bearing walls.
- New windows and siding
- Sidewalks and driveways
- Demolition