Fayette, AL - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

City of Fayette corporate limits and police jurisdiction.

Department

Building Services / Building Inspector and Electrical Inspector

Address

203 Temple Avenue North, Fayette, AL 35555

Phone

205-932-5367

Email

sfowler@fayetteal.org

Website

https://fayetteal.org/

Application Process

1. Use the City forms page to access the building permit application.
2. Complete the form with site details, contractor and license information, construction type, and valuation.
3. Attach an accurate site plan drawn to scale, or use the form sketch plan for a single-family house on a rectangular lot.
4. Sign the completed application before submission.
5. Submit the signed application and pay required permit fee at filing.

Source: Building Services / Building Inspector and Electrical Inspector

General Requirements

A building permit is required for new buildings or additions to existing structures; permit fees apply to buildings, structures, or alterations requiring a permit.

Required Documents

• Building permit application
• Site plan drawn to scale
• Contractor/city/state/county license information
• Project valuation and scope details
• Application signatures

Permit validity

Permit becomes null and void if work does not commence within 6 months, or if work is suspended or abandoned for 6 months after commencement.

Building code

International Building Code, International Plumbing Code, International Mechanical Code, ICC Electrical Code (plus latest Standard Building Code, Standard Plumbing Code, NFPA sections, and National Electric Code references).

Contractor requirements

Application asks for city, state, and county license numbers; electrical work requires proof of a valid statewide electrical license before a city license is issued except for narrow grandfathering exceptions.

Fees

Minimum permit fee

Residential: starts at $6.00 for $100 to $1,000 valuation; Nonresidential: starts at $15.00 for $0 to $1,000 valuation.

Permit fee formula

Residential: $100-$1,000 $6.00; $1,000-$2,000 $6.00 per thousand; $2,000-$15,000 $12.00 plus $3.00 each additional thousand; $15,000-$50,000 $51.00 plus $2.50 each additional thousand; $50,000-$100,000 $138.50 plus $2.00 each additional thousand; $100,000-$500,000 $238.50 plus $1.25 each additional thousand; $500,000 and over $738.50 plus $0.75 each additional thousand. Nonresidential: $0-$1,000 $15.00; $1,000-$2,000 $15.00 per thousand; $2,000-$15,000 $30.00 plus $4.00 each additional thousand; $15,000-$50,000 $82.00 plus $3.75 each additional thousand; $50,000-$100,000 $213.25 plus $3.50 each additional thousand; $100,000-$500,000 $388.25 plus $2.75 each additional thousand; $500,000 and over $1,488.25 plus $2.00 each additional thousand.

Trade permit fee

Additional fixed permit fees: swimming pool $25.00; alterations to roof structure $50.00; moving of building $30.00; demolition of building $12.00; erection of sign $25.00.

Penalty (no permit)

General violation penalty: misdemeanor fine of not less than $5.00 and not more than $200.00 per offense.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Inspections

How to Schedule

Typical inspection sequence: Code references designated building and electrical inspectors; the application references review for fire, electrical, plumbing, and sewer-trap items.

Additional Resources

• Building code: International Building Code, International Plumbing Code, International Mechanical Code, ICC Electrical Code (plus latest Standard Building Code, Standard Plumbing Code, NFPA sections, and National Electric Code references).
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• City forms
• Building permit form PDF
• Municipal code
• Planning
• Fayette zoning ordinance
• License lookup guide: Alabama Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Alabama Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Alabama hub: Alabama Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Fayette Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Fayette, AL?

A building permit is required for new buildings or additions to existing structures; permit fees apply to buildings, structures, or alterations requiring a permit.

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

The minimum permit fee is Residential: starts at $6.00 for $100 to $1,000 valuation; Nonresidential: starts at $15.00 for $0 to $1,000 valuation.. Fees are calculated as: Residential: $100-$1,000 $6.00; $1,000-$2,000 $6.00 per thousand; $2,000-$15,000 $12.00 plus $3.00 each additional thousand; $15,000-$50,000 $51.00 plus $2.50 each additional thousand; $50,000-$100,000 $138.50 plus $2.00 each additional thousand; $100,000-$500,000 $238.50 plus $1.25 each additional thousand; $500,000 and over $738.50 plus $0.75 each additional thousand. Nonresidential: $0-$1,000 $15.00; $1,000-$2,000 $15.00 per thousand; $2,000-$15,000 $30.00 plus $4.00 each additional thousand; $15,000-$50,000 $82.00 plus $3.75 each additional thousand; $50,000-$100,000 $213.25 plus $3.50 each additional thousand; $100,000-$500,000 $388.25 plus $2.75 each additional thousand; $500,000 and over $1,488.25 plus $2.00 each additional thousand..

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

1. Use the City forms page to access the building permit application. 2. Complete the form with site details, contractor and license information, construction type, and valuation. 3. Attach an accurate site plan drawn to scale, or use the form sketch plan for a single-family house on a rectangular lot. 4. Sign the completed application before submission. 5. Submit the signed application and pay required permit fee at filing.

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