Do I need a permit for a shed or storage building?

Generally, yes, zoning and building permits are required for sheds and other accessory buildings. The exception is for buildings which do not exceed 150 square feet; such structures are not required to obtain permits for construction. They must however meet the building setback requirements for the zoning district.

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1. How do I find the zoning classification for a piece of property?
2. I would like to subdivide my land. What is the process?
3. Can I operate a business out of my house?
4. What do I need to build a home in Orange County?
5. When is an Agreement in Lieu of an Erosion and Sediment Control needed?
6. What is required to obtain an Agreement in Lieu of an Erosion and Sediment Control Plan?
7. When is approval of an Erosion and Sediment Control Plan and issuance of a Land Disturbance Permit required?
8. Are any land disturbance activities exempt from permitting and bonding requirements?
9. How much land is required to build a house in Orange County?
10. How many dwellings are allowed on one piece of property?
11. Do I need a permit for a shed or storage building?
12. Where are manufactured homes allowed?