Effective Immediately, until further notice: the Permit Technician and Planner will not be available at the Corolla Office. However, a Building Inspector will still be available to perform inspections and answer code related questions.

Please note the following options:

• Online Services: You can apply for permits and make payments using our online permitting system, “Citizen Self Service,” available on our website www.currituckinspections.com
• Payments: Payments cannot be accepted at this office during this time. Please use the online permitting system.
• Document Submission: You can submit your documents via email at CCBP@currituckcountync.gov.
• Meetings: If you need to schedule a meeting with a planner, we encourage the use of Microsoft Teams.

For assistance, please contact the Mainland Permit Office at 252-232-3378.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding and patience.

Navigating the complexities of Medicare can be daunting for many individuals as they transition into this vital healthcare program. To offer support and comprehensive guidance, North Carolina Cooperative Extension is thrilled to announce the “Welcome to Medicare” event scheduled for Tuesday, January 21, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Barco Public Library.

The event aims to empower new Medicare beneficiaries with essential information about their coverage options, rights, and available resources. Whether attendees are approaching age 65 or are new to Medicare, this session promises to demystify the enrollment process and address common concerns.

During the two-hour event, participants will have the opportunity to:

• Gain insights into the various parts of Medicare and understand how they work.
• Explore coverage options, including Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage plans, and prescription drug coverage.
• Learn about enrollment periods, deadlines, and penalties for late enrollment.
• Receive personalized assistance and answers to specific questions from knowledgeable Medicare Counselors
• Connect with fellow beneficiaries and share experiences in a supportive environment.

“We understand that transitioning to Medicare can be overwhelming, which is why we’re excited to offer this informative event to our community,”  Sheila Gregory, Extension Program Assistant and Volunteer SHIIP Coordinator “Our goal is to equip attendees with the knowledge and confidence they need to make informed decisions about their healthcare coverage.”

The “Welcome to Medicare” event will take place at the Barco Public Library located at 4261 Caratoke Highway, Barco, North Carolina. Light refreshments will be provided, and admission is free of charge. Interested individuals are encouraged to RSVP by registering through Eventbrite.

For more information or accommodations for persons with disabilities please contact Sheila Gregory at 252-232-2261, or email sheila_gregory@ncsu.edu no later than 10 business days before the event.

Currituck County Parks & Recreation
Saturday Night Volleyball

Important Update: Adult Volleyball Schedule

Please be advised that the Adult Volleyball games scheduled for December 21 and December 28, 2024, have been cancelled.

Saturday Night Volleyball will resume on January 4, 2025, and will continue through January 18, 2025. After January 18th, Parks and Recreation will evaluate participation levels before scheduling any additional games.

If you would like to see this sport continue, now is the time to recruit your friends and get more people involved in the fun!

7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Community Center/YMCA Building
130 Community Way
Barco, North Carolina, 27917

Beginners and Advance
16 years old and up

For more information: Currituck County Parks & Recreation at 252-232-3007.

American Red Cross Blood Drive – Donating Blood Is As Easy As Pie

Join your fellow Currituck employees and citizens to “Help Save Lives” by donating blood on Monday, March 17, 2025, between 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. at the:

Currituck County Government Complex
Courtroom C
2801 Caratoke Highway
Currituck North Carolina  27929

For the best donation experience, it is recommend that  you schedule an appointment, with the Red Cross and enter in the Sponsor Code field: CCGOVT in the “Find a Drive” search or zip code search; and it will go to the event. Register Now to help us achieve our goal to collect 18 “lifesaving” units of blood.

To streamline your donation experience and save you about 15 minutes visit RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass to read the pre-donation material and complete your health history questions. The questionnaire can only be completed on the day of your donation appointment.

Residents and visitors in Currituck County have a new resource to direct them to upcoming events and businesses located on Currituck’s Mainland, Knotts Island and Gibbs Woods. The new Mainland Calendar and Business Directory is now available at mainland.visitcurrituck.com.

The county’s existing event and business directory for the Outer Banks area of Corolla remains available at www.visitcurrituck.com.

Promote Your Mainland Business

The new Mainland Business Directory lists county business information in one convenient location.

The site is populated by businesses listed on Google Places. If your business does not have a Google Places listing, there are two ways you can be listed on our Mainland Business website. Create a Google Business listing or submit a request form to be added directly to the website.

A Promote Your Business Guide (PDF) will help you navigate getting your business listed.

Promote Your Event

With the new website, Mainland Currituck businesses and civic and social organizations are able to submit upcoming local events on the calendar. Events can be filtered by event type, date, or location.  View the event/business Listing Policy.

If a business or organization regularly publishes events on Facebook, Eventbrite, Etix.com, or any other platform, those events will automatically post on the Mainland Event Calendar. Events can also be added manually by visiting mainland.visitcurrituck.com.

A Promote Your Events Guide (PDF) will help you navigate getting your event listed on our website and other platforms.

The holiday season is here, and Currituck County Animal Shelter has so many sweet kittens and loving cats just waiting for a new home. Whether you’re looking for an adorable kitten, a fluffy and friendly adult cat, or a sweet lap companion, we’ve got a perfect match for you!

December Adoption Special 

All cat adoption fees are HALF OFF this month! That’s right – adoption fees are just $40 for all cats!

Bring home a special cat or kitten to brighten up your holidays and create new memories together. With so many affectionate cats and kittens available, now is the perfect time to adopt!

Ready to adopt?

Visit www.adoptcurrituckanimals.com to fill out an adoption application and see our available pets.

Have an adoption question or need more information, please call us at 252-453-8682. We’re happy to help!

Please share this special offer and help us spread the word. We look forward to seeing you at the shelter soon!

Unable to Adopt? Please Consider Donating to Our Shelter Animals!

If you’re unable to adopt a pet at this time, we would greatly appreciate your support through donations. Your contributions help provide our shelter animals with the care and comfort they need.

You can view our Amazon wish list, which is updated each Wednesday with new items, here: Amazon Wish List.

Donated items can be dropped off or shipped to our shelter at:

140 Aviation Parkway
Barco, North Carolina 27917

Thank you for helping make our shelter pets smile!

The Historic Preservation Commission helps property owners apply for local landmark designation and maintains a list of county properties with historical significance.

Check out this new video to learn more about the commission and how it works to preserve Currituck’s heritage.

Currituck County has a need for foster parents. There are local children who need caring, stable homes and the Department of Social Services would like to talk with anyone interested in opening their home to a foster child.

Being a foster parent could be a positive, life-changing experience for the child and you! Call Social Services at 252-232-3083 or email for more information.

Recently Currituck County launched a new service to help citizens obtain public records request from the county government. The public records request portal can be accessed at currituckcountync.nextrequest.com/. It can also be found on this website under the Government tab above.

This new service promotes transparency and will help Currituck County follow North Carolina’s public records laws. Once a request has been submitted it will be reviewed and processed by the County Manager and County Attorney offices.

Currituck County recognizes the importance of dune vegetation and dune nourishment. Oceanfront property owners are eligible for reimbursement of the cost to purchase, install and fertilize American Beach Grass plants through participation in the 2024 Dune Vegetation Cost Share Program.

Eligible applicants shall submit an online application.

Plants shall be installed by Tuesday, April 15, 2025 and an inspection must be requested by Wednesday, April 30, 2025 in order to be eligible for reimbursement

Take a moment to learn more about how the program works, who is eligible and what you need to do to apply.