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TGA Renovated - Commercial
Construction Planning & Permitting Services in Charlotte & North Carolina
Navigate the complexity of building permits, code compliance, and municipal approvals with confidence. TGA Renovated’s planning and permitting services ensure your commercial or residential project starts right—with proper documentation, secured approvals, and a clear path from concept to construction.
Is Planning & Permitting Support Right for Your Project?
Every construction project requires permits, but not every project owner has the time, expertise, or municipal relationships to navigate the process efficiently. Here’s who benefits most from professional planning and permitting services.
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Commercial Property Developers
You’re planning a new commercial building, tenant improvement, or major renovation. You need someone who understands commercial permit requirements, can coordinate with architects and engineers, and knows how to move approvals through municipal channels efficiently.
Business Owners New to Construction
You’re undertaking your first major construction project and don’t know where to start with permits. You need guidance on what’s required, how long it takes, and what documentation you’ll need—without the learning curve of figuring it out yourself.
Out-of-State Investors & Developers
You’re developing property in North Carolina but aren’t familiar with local jurisdictions. You need a local partner who understands Charlotte, Raleigh, and other NC municipal requirements and can represent your interests on the ground.
Architects & Design Professionals
You’ve completed design work and need a contractor partner to manage the permitting process, coordinate plan reviews, and ensure construction documents meet local code requirements before bidding.
Not Sure What Permits You Need?
That’s exactly what our initial consultation addresses. We’ll review your project scope, identify all required permits and approvals, and map out a clear timeline for securing them.
Commercial Renovation
How We Navigate Planning & Permitting
Permitting requirements vary by municipality, project type, and scope. Our process is designed to identify exactly what your project needs, prepare accurate documentation, and secure approvals efficiently—avoiding the delays and rejections that plague poorly managed permit applications.
Get StartedProject Assessment & Permit Identification
We identify exactly what permits and approvals your project requires.
Timeline: 3-5 Days
Initial consultation to understand your project scope and timeline
Jurisdiction analysis identifying all applicable municipal authorities
Zoning verification confirming your intended use is allowed
Timeline development for permit acquisition
Documentation & Submission
We prepare complete permit applications and manage them through the approval process.
Timeline: 1-3 Weeks
Coordination with your architect/engineer on construction documents
Preparation of permit applications and required forms
Submission to all required authorities with tracking
Response to reviewer comments and revision requests
Permit Issuance & Inspection Coordination
From permit pickup through Certificate of Occupancy, we coordinate the full approval lifecycle.
Timeline: Throughout Construction
Final permit fee coordination and document pickup
Inspection schedule mapped to construction phases
Scheduling and coordination of required inspections
Failed inspection remediation management
Certificate of Occupancy acquisition
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We proudly serve the following areas in North & South Carolina
TGA Renovated is honored to serve clients throughout North Carolina’s largest cities and surrounding areas. From Charlotte to Raleigh and beyond, we deliver professional construction, renovation, and design services built on trust, integrity, and lasting quality. Wherever you are, our team is ready to bring your vision to life with precision, reliability, and care.
Charlotte, NC
Greensboro, NC
Winston-Salem, NC
High Point, NC
Concord, NC
Gastonia, NC
Mooresville, NC
Cornelius, NC
Davidson, NC
Denver, NC
Troutman, NC
Huntersville, NC
Matthews, NC
Fort Mill, SC
Greenville, NC
Rock Hill, SC
Planning & Permitting FAQs
What permits does my commercial project need?
Commercial permit requirements vary by project type and jurisdiction, but typically include: building permit, electrical permit, plumbing permit, mechanical/HVAC permit, fire protection permit, and potentially sign permits, health department permits (restaurants/food service), and zoning approvals. Some projects also require site plan approval, stormwater permits, or environmental reviews. We identify all requirements specific to your project during our initial assessment.
How long does it take to get commercial building permits in North Carolina?
Permit timelines vary significantly by jurisdiction and project complexity. Simple tenant improvements might take 2-4 weeks. Standard commercial projects typically take 4-8 weeks. Complex projects involving zoning variances, historic review, or environmental permits can take 3-6 months or longer. Charlotte and Raleigh generally have longer review times than smaller municipalities. We provide realistic timeline estimates based on your specific project and jurisdiction.
What’s the difference between planning and permitting services?
Planning services involve the strategic work before permit submission—project scoping, code analysis, documentation preparation, and coordination with design professionals. Permitting services focus on the submission, tracking, and approval process with municipal authorities. We provide both as an integrated service, ensuring your project is properly planned before we submit and actively managed through approval.
Do I need permits for interior renovations?
Most interior renovations require permits, especially if they involve: structural changes, electrical work, plumbing modifications, HVAC changes, or alterations affecting fire/life safety systems. Purely cosmetic work (paint, carpet, minor fixtures) typically doesn’t require permits. Commercial spaces almost always require permits for tenant improvements. We can quickly assess your project scope and confirm what’s required.
What happens if my permit application is rejected?
Rejections typically occur due to incomplete applications, code compliance issues, or missing documentation. We minimize rejections through thorough pre-submission review, but when they occur, we analyze reviewer comments, coordinate necessary revisions with your design team, and resubmit promptly. Our goal is first-time approval, but we manage the full process through final permit issuance regardless of revision cycles.
Can you expedite the permit process?
We can’t bypass required review processes, but we significantly reduce timelines through: complete and accurate initial submissions (avoiding rejection delays), proactive communication with reviewers, rapid response to comments, and leveraging relationships with municipal staff. Some jurisdictions offer formal expedited review for additional fees—we can advise whether that’s worthwhile for your project and timeline.
What areas of North Carolina do you handle permitting in?
We provide planning and permitting services throughout North Carolina with deep experience in Charlotte, Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Greensboro, Winston-Salem, Asheville, Fayetteville, Wilmington, and surrounding municipalities. Each jurisdiction has different requirements and processes—our local knowledge helps navigate these variations efficiently.
Do you handle permits for residential projects?
Yes. We provide planning and permitting services for residential projects including new home construction, additions, major renovations, and accessory structures. Residential permits are generally simpler than commercial, but homeowners often benefit from professional support—especially for projects in historic districts, HOA communities, or involving significant structural work.
What does planning and permitting cost?
Our fees depend on project complexity, number of permits required, and jurisdiction. Simple residential permits might cost a few hundred dollars in service fees (plus permit fees paid to the municipality). Complex commercial projects with multiple permits and extended coordination can run several thousand dollars. We provide clear fee quotes after understanding your project scope—no surprises.
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