Development Services

Town personnel manage all aspects of the development review process in Cape Carteret. Personnel are available to assist residents, property owners, and contractors with general inquiries about the Town's requirements and any new development proposals.

Town personnel:

• Administer the Town's Unified Development Ordinance, which includes zoning regulations, floodplain management regulations, subdivision requirements, sign regulations, storm water management requirements, and other development-related requirements; 
• Serve as the North Carolina Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA) Local Permit Officer (LPO) and administer the CAMA Minor Permit Program;
• Provide staff support to the Planning Board and the Board of Adjustment; and
• Perform code enforcement activities including responding to residents’ code enforcement concerns.