Community Development Department

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The Town is in the process of combining the responsibilities of the Planning and Building & Fire Codes Departments to more effectively serve the needs of its citizens and visitors.

The newly established Community Development Department will meld together the responsibilities and employees of those two departments.  The new department’s goals are to work on behalf of the citizens of Hilton Head Island to plan for responsible future development and to help promote an enhanced qualify of life that reflects the unique history, culture and diversity of Hilton Head Island.  The department’s 36 employees will accomplish these goals in a manner consistent with the development policies and objectives set by the Mayor, Town Council, and various municipal boards and agencies.  Compliance with adopted Town, State and Federal building codes and fire codes guide everyday actions to insure that review and approval of plans, issuance of building permits and on-site inspections are conducted in a consistent, lawful manner.

Updated information will be available on this website shortly.

The Town of Hilton Head Island Community Development Department is dedicated to providing citizens with courteous, efficient customer service. Our offices are in Building C of the Government Center located at One Town Center Court. You may reach our staff at (843) 341-4757.

The Department is responsible for administration and interpretation of construction codes, construction permitting and inspection, maintenance of permit records and enforcement of provisions of the National Flood Insurance Program in the Town of Hilton Head Island.

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