County Building Permits
Lamar County, AL - 2026 Building Permit Guide
How to apply for a building permit in unincorporated Lamar County, Alabama. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.
Alabama Updated March 2026
Permit Authority
Unincorporated Lamar County areas only, if a county permit system is used
- Department
- Address
- 205 Butler Circle SW, Vernon, AL 35592 (County Commission Offices); Probate Office at 44690 Hwy 17, Vernon, AL 35592
- Phone
- Commission 205-695-7333; Probate 205-695-9119; Engineer 205-695-7136
- Website
- https://lamarcountyal.gov/
Application Process
General Requirements
- Owner-builder
- Alabama HBLB rules still apply for residential work; building officials must refuse permits to unlicensed builders where a permit system exists
- Contractor requirements
- Residential home builders licensure applies for covered residential work; building officials must verify licensure or exemption
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
- Alabama HBLB - Permitting, Home Builders Licenses
- Alabama HBLB - The Law and the Building Official
- Alabama Fire Marshal Regulations
- License lookup guide: Alabama Contractor License Requirements
- Contract template: Alabama Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
- Alabama hub: Alabama Contractor License & Permit Hub
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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