Navigating the commercial permitting process in Charlotte can be time-consuming — especially with reviews involving zoning, fire, utilities, and multiple plan checks. Whether you’re a contractor, architect, or property owner, our local Charlotte permit expediters help move your project forward without the paperwork headache.
With years of experience working with the City of Charlotte’s Land Development and Code Enforcement divisions, we know how to streamline the process, avoid bottlenecks, and ensure your permits get approved on time.
We manage plan submittals and pickups at the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Government Center (CMGC) — so you don’t have to.
Permit Place custom due diligence reports contain answers to important questions about costs, timeframes, and potential issues you’ll face. Confidently make decisions and prepare for smooth plan reviews and approvals.
Our team handles the entire process: from zoning verification and plan submission to coordination with Charlotte’s Code Enforcement, Fire Marshal, and Urban Forestry departments. We take care of everything needed to get your permits approved.
From tenant upfits and restaurant remodels to new retail builds and multi-use developments, we’ve supported a wide range of commercial projects in Charlotte. We know how to prepare clean, complete application packages that meet local requirements the first time.
We work closely with the City of Charlotte’s Development Center, Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement, and other relevant agencies. Whether your project falls under commercial upfit, new construction, or zoning variance, we understand how to navigate the process quickly.
You’ll get 24/7 access to your permit status via our online portal, plus a dedicated permit manager who’s available to answer questions, escalate issues, and keep everything moving forward.
We help minimize delays by submitting complete, compliant packages and coordinating directly with review departments to resolve issues before they become setbacks.
Don’t let permitting stall your project. Our local experts can manage the process from beginning to end, so you can stay focused on your build.
Our Charlotte permit expediters handle every part of the process — from research to final approvals.
We’ve helped thousands of companies streamline their permit approvals in Charlotte and across the country.
Timelines depend on the project type and scope. Smaller upfits may receive permits in a few days, while larger projects requiring full reviews may take 2–4 weeks or more. We’ll help set expectations and choose the fastest path available.
Charlotte offers Express Review for certain small commercial projects. We’ll determine if your project qualifies and handle all the coordination needed to speed up the process.
Yes — Permit Place is a national commercial permit expediting firm. We support projects throughout North Carolina and across the U.S. Our centralized process makes it easy to manage multiple builds in different jurisdictions.
We’d love to learn more about your upcoming Charlotte projects and discuss how our experts can help.
