Planning

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Planning Department:
919-553-5002

Hours:
Monday-Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

ATTENTION DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY!
Please check out these recent updates, changes and improvements from our recent Devleopment Process Overview Breakfast - including our new online permit portal at ClaytonNC.org/permits

The Town of Clayton is the fastest growing town in Johnston County. The Planning Department is the front door for all of that growth and development activity. What we do is really about quality of life. We’ve got it here in Clayton and plan to keep it. From major developments to working with your home improvement contractor, we’re helping Clayton plan for the future.

PERMITS & APPLICATIONS

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Whether you’re just adding a new deck or need to submit a plat for review, find all the resources you need to get your building project complete here.

PROJECTS & DEVELOPMENT

There's a lot going on in the Town of Clayton from businesses expanding to new subdivsions being proposed. Here you can check the status of projects, find contact information and learn how you can be part of the process.

DOWNTOWN CLAYTON

Being a small town means we have a wonderful Main Street that is always growing and changing. Want to be a part of downtown? Find out about façade grants and the small business support we provide.

CODE ENFORCEMENT

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Planning has the responsibility to enforce the Town of Clayton’s zoning code. This means making sure requirements are met and followed. So if you’re not sure what’s allowed and what isn’t, click here.

ECONOMIC & DEMOGRAPHIC DATA

Thinking about moving or locating your business in the Town of Clayton? You’ll find population data, statistics, and other impressive economic information about us here.

MAPS & GIS

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Looking for the zoning map or a map of our greenways? Click here for all available town maps and a link to Johnston County’s online mapping tool.