County Building Permits

Covington County, AL - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in unincorporated Covington County, Alabama. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Alabama Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

County government site does not publish a separate county building permit authority for unincorporated areas.

Department
Address
260 Hillcrest Dr., Andalusia, AL 36420
Phone
334-428-2610
Website
https://www.covingtoncountyal.gov/

Application Process

Source:

General Requirements

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the before applying.

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