If you have not used the City of Gastonia's CityView Portal before, you will need to register. Once you are registered on the the CityView Portal, you will be able to apply for a permit.
Below are step-by step instruction videos on this process and it is highly recommended to watch these before registering.
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The following is a list of frequently asked questions about Planning/Zoning. Click on any topic
- Do I need to apply for a zoning permit if the business remains at the same and at the same location, but the owner has changed?
- Do I need to apply for a zoning permit if the business/store is under new management?
- How do I apply for a Child Care Center (Located in Residential), Child Care Center (Commercial), or a Family Child Care Center?
- How do I apply for a Zoning Change of Use Permit (formerly known as Certficate of Compliance permit)?
- How do I apply for a zoning verification letter?
- How do I register on the City of Gastonia' CityView Portal?
- How do I use the City of Gastonia Interactive Zoning Map?
- I want to have a home occupation, what do I need to do?
- What is the zoning district for my property/parcel?
- Where do I find the Consolidated Fee Schedule for the Planning Department? Click HERE
- I have a tree in the front right-of-way that may be a tree hazard (dead) to the public, who do I need to contact?
- I have a tree in the front right-of-way that needs maintenance (pruning, triming, etc), who is responsible?
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