Anniston, AL - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

City of Anniston corporate limits

Department

Building Department / Building and Safety Division

Address

1129 Noble Street, Anniston, AL 36201

Phone

256-624-5860

Website

https://annistonal.gov/building-department/

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Start on the Building Department page and choose the online building and demolition permits portal.
2. Apply for the applicable permit type, upload digital plans if needed, pay fees, and request inspections through the portal.
3. Use staff tutorial support if needed.

Source: Building Department / Building and Safety Division

General Requirements

A permit is required for new construction, additions, remodels, repairs, interior or partial demolition, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, swimming pools, roofing, fences or accessory structures, and demolitions.

Building code

2020 National Electrical Code; 2021 editions of the International Building Code, International Residential Code, International Existing Building Code, International Fire Code, International Property Maintenance Code, International Plumbing Code, International Fuel Gas Code, and International Mechanical Code; 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design; Alabama Energy Code

Contractor requirements

Contractor registration is available at no cost in the portal, but Alabama licensing rules may still apply.

Fees

Minimum permit fee

$25.00

Permit fee formula

Residential construction permit: $25.00 for first $2,000 of project value plus $7.00 per thousand thereafter; commercial construction permit uses the same base plus $1.00 per each thousand for Alabama Craft Fee; sign permit: total square feet x ($0.25 + $10.00); demolition: $50.00; electrical reconnection: $25.00

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Building Department / Building and Safety Division to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

• GovWell portal (online)
• 256-231-7720 (phone)

Additional Resources

• Building code: 2020 National Electrical Code; 2021 editions of the International Building Code, International Residential Code, International Existing Building Code, International Fire Code, International Property Maintenance Code, International Plumbing Code, International Fuel Gas Code, and International Mechanical Code; 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design; Alabama Energy Code
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• Zoning Verification
• Historic Preservation
• Required Inspections
• License lookup guide: Alabama Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Alabama Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Alabama hub: Alabama Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Anniston Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Anniston, AL?

A permit is required for new construction, additions, remodels, repairs, interior or partial demolition, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, swimming pools, roofing, fences or accessory structures, and demolitions.

How much does a building permit cost in Anniston, AL?

The minimum permit fee is $25.00. Fees are calculated as: Residential construction permit: $25.00 for first $2,000 of project value plus $7.00 per thousand thereafter; commercial construction permit uses the same base plus $1.00 per each thousand for Alabama Craft Fee; sign permit: total square feet x ($0.25 + $10.00); demolition: $50.00; electrical reconnection: $25.00.

How do I apply for a building permit in Anniston, AL?

1. Start on the Building Department page and choose the online building and demolition permits portal. 2. Apply for the applicable permit type, upload digital plans if needed, pay fees, and request inspections through the portal. 3. Use staff tutorial support if needed.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Anniston, AL?

Inspections can be scheduled via: GovWell portal, 256-231-7720.

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