County Assists Local Workforce Through Permit Refunds

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A resolution passed by the Currituck County Board of Commissioners on March 1, 2010 will provide refunds of permit fees to builders and homeowners who commit to using predominantly local labor and materials.

"While government can't create jobs, we certainly have a responsibility to help the private sector where we can," said Paul O'Neal, Chairman of the Currituck County Board of Commissioners.

The Permit Refund Program would refund permit fees for any residential structure, addition, alteration or improvement less than $250,000. To be eligible, contractors and homeowners must certify and provide receipts that at least 60% of labor and materials were sourced from Currituck County businesses and tradesmen. Only five refunds will be available per applicant, and the program will be in effect for one year.

"We hope this program underscores our commitment to supporting the local construction and trades industry, which has been ravaged by the recession. It also shows the Board's willingness to forego revenue to jumpstart economic activity and put some of our residents back to work," Economic Development Director Peter Bishop said.

Interested applicants can receive a Permit Refund Program checklist and affidavit from the Inspections & Permit offices at either the Corolla or Mainland offices of Currituck County. Applicants may contact the Inspections & Permit Office at 232-3378 (mainland) or 453-8555 (Corolla).

Click here to view the official resolution.