City of Hickory, NC

Bathroom remodel permits in City of Hickory

Building and applicable trade permits depend on scope

Bathroom remodel scope is not itemized by the fetched official source. If it involves electrical, plumbing, heating, or air-conditioning work, Hickory states additional trade permits are required through Catawba County Building Services. Confirm building/zoning scope with office where unsupported.

What to know before starting

The information below was checked against the linked official source on 2026-09-21. Confirm final requirements with Hickory Permit Center (828) 323-7410; City Planning and Development (828) 323-7422; Catawba County Building Services (828) 465-8399. before work begins.

Required permits and fees

  • Building permit — Confirm if walls/layout/structural work changes (Confirm with office)
  • Plumbing permit — Additional permit if plumbing work is included (Confirm with office)
  • Electrical/mechanical permit — Additional permit if those trades are included (Confirm with office)

Required plans

Confirm floor plan and trade details with Permit Center; surveyor site plan may be required for certain projects.

Setback rules

Confirm with office; zoning/site review, easements, floodplain, and parcel conditions may apply.

Required inspections

  • Confirm rough-in and final trade inspections with Catawba County Building Services.

Issuing authority

Hickory Permit Center (828) 323-7410; City Planning and Development (828) 323-7422; Catawba County Building Services (828) 465-8399.

Confirm with office

(828) 323-7410

Official source: City of Hickory Single Family and Duplex Construction guidance