Any development or change to the use of a property within Town limits requires zoning approval by the Town of Archer Lodge. This includes (but not limited to): fences, accessory structures, pools, driveways, sheds, subdivisions, Manufactured home replacement, and structural additions.
You can use the Johnston County GIS webapp to locate your property to determine which municipality it falls under. You can also contact the Planning office to confirm location.
You would first want to determine which zoning district your property is in, and then go that respective section of the Unified Development Ordinance to determine the guidelines and restrictions of that district. You can also contact the Planning office to help answer questions more detailed and specific.
You may use the Complaint Investigation request form on the Town website or contact the Planning office to report potential violations. All reports are confidential and investigated on behalf of the Town of Archer Lodge.
The current Fee Schedule for the fiscal year will determine the cost of a permit, in addition to project type and scope considerations. You can also contact the Planning office to help answer any questions.
For common zoning approval submissions, the review period is 1-2 weeks after a completed application is received. More complex projects, such as subdivisions and commercial buildings, may require a more extensive time period to approval.
You can either drop off a copy at Town Hall, main in the application, or submit an application to the Town Planner’s email.
The Town maintains records of all approved Zoning Permits. You may request a copy at Town Hall or by contacting the Town Planner.
It is the joint responsibility of the owner, professional, and contractor.
Yes, but the Owner Authorization page on the Zoning Application must be completed by both the Owner and Contractor.
