How to respond to Richland County’s Revision letter
How to resubmit to Richland County after plan check corrections, in the words of Richland County’s own page. Each fact links to its source.
From Richland County’s own page, read October 31, 2026: richlandcountysc.gov
What Richland County calls it
Richland County calls its correction letter “Revision letter”.
How to resubmit after Richland County plan check corrections, at a glance
In our words, from Richland County’s own page. The exact steps are on the page linked below.
- Find the revision letter with specifics in your online account after disapproval.
- Allow up to 30 calendar days for the review to finish.
From Richland County’s own page, read October 31, 2026: richlandcountysc.gov
Codes its letters cite
Building code named on the city’s pages: 2021 South Carolina Building Codes.
Local amendments to the building code
None listed by the South Carolina Building Codes Council as of 2026-10-31.
Official links
Links and facts checked on October 31, 2026.
South Carolina rules every plan check here follows
These come from South Carolina law and state agencies, so they apply in Richland County as well. Each links to its source.
Code for homes
Homes follow the 2021 International Residential Code with South Carolina changes.
Source: SC Building Codes Council, checked October 31, 2026
In force since
Local building departments have used the current codes since January 1, 2023.
Source: SC Building Codes Council, checked October 31, 2026
Statewide codes
Every city and county has to enforce these state codes.
Source: SC Building Codes Council, checked October 31, 2026
What a good response to Revision letter has
General guidance, not Richland County’s own rules. Check its page before you resubmit.
- Answer every comment, in the reviewer’s order and numbering, so nothing is missed.
- Say plainly what you changed for each comment, or why no change is needed.
- Name the sheet and detail where each change is, so the reviewer can find it fast.
- Mark changes on the drawings (clouds or deltas are common) and keep sheet numbers the same.
- Send the response letter, the revised drawings and any new calculations together.
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How we help
Send us the whole Revision letter. We draft a response to every comment and list the drawing changes sheet by sheet. Your first letter is free. You review each response, then you sign and submit to Richland County yourself.
Cleared to Build is an independent service. We are not Richland County and are not affiliated with it.
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Questions
What does Richland County call its correction letter?
Richland County calls it “Revision letter”.
What should a resubmittal to Richland County include?
In general: a response letter answering each comment, the revised drawings with changes marked, and any new calculations or reports the comments ask for. Richland County may ask for more, so check with it before you send.
Is Cleared to Build part of Richland County?
No. Cleared to Build is an independent service, not affiliated with Richland County or any permitting agency. You submit to the city yourself.