Triana, AL — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Building Dept & Code Enforcement, Town of Triana

Street address

640 6th Street, Triana, AL 35756

Phone

256-772-0151

bdavis@townoftrianaal.gov

Coverage

Town of Triana handles permitting inside Triana town limits in Madison County.

Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Triana

Triana's Building Department page states the office issues construction permits and inspections for residential work, commercial work, accessory structures, mobile homes, remodeling work, and related trade permits.

Building code: Public page lists 2018 IRC, 2018 IBC, 2018 IPC, 2018 IMC, 2018 IFGC, 2018 IPMC, 2018 ISPSC, 2017 NEC, 2021 IFC, and 2015 IECC.
Contractor requirements: Subcontractor permits are separately charged; state contractor/trade licensing still applies.

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Obtain the permit application in person from the Building Department office.
02

Confirm applicable zoning/planning approvals first if the project involves mobile homes, secondary residences, ADUs, or other uses needing Planning and Zoning Commission or Board of Adjustments approval.
03

Submit the application and supporting materials to the Building Department.
04

Pay permit and related utility or subcontractor fees at the office.
05

Schedule inspections by contacting the Building Inspector directly.
06

Obtain certificate of occupancy before permanent power or natural gas service is established.

Source: Building Dept & Code Enforcement, Town of Triana ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Triana building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

Accessory structure permit $150; subcontractor permits $200; temporary power $75

Plan check fee

Not separately published on the cited public pages

Permit fee formula

Residential new construction is listed publicly at $3,000 per unit; water/sewer availability fee is $3,000 per unit; commercial is variable and applicants are directed to inquire with the office

Reinspection fee

Reinspection fee $100; permit card reissue $50; subdivision inspections $75 each

Town states fees may be paid by cash, check, or credit card at the office

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

Contact the Building Inspector directly by phone or email (phone)

Inspection hours: Building Department office hours Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Typical sequence: Project-specific; inspections are required before certificate of occupancy, and Triana sends the certificate directly to Huntsville Utilities for permanent utility service

Reinspection fee is $100

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Triana permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Triana, AL? ▸

02 How much does a building permit cost in Triana, AL? ▸

Building permit fees in Triana, AL are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Accessory structure permit $150; subcontractor permits $200; temporary power $75. Fees are calculated as: Residential new construction is listed publicly at $3,000 per unit; water/sewer availability fee is $3,000 per unit; commercial is variable and applicants are directed to inquire with the office. Plan check fee: Not separately published on the cited public pages.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Triana, AL? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Triana, AL, follow these steps: 1. Obtain the permit application in person from the Building Department office. 2. Confirm applicable zoning/planning approvals first if the project involves mobile homes, secondary residences, ADUs, or other uses needing Planning and Zoning Commission or Board of Adjustments approval. 3. Submit the application and supporting materials to the Building Department. 4. Pay permit and related utility or subcontractor fees at the office. 5. Schedule inspections by contacting the Building Inspector directly. 6. Obtain certificate of occupancy before permanent power or natural gas service is established.

04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Triana, AL? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Triana, AL via: Contact the Building Inspector directly by phone or email.

last verified April 2026 source Building Dept & Code Enforcement, Town of Triana ↗ entry id permits/alabama/madison-al/triana

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Dept & Code Enforcement, Town of Triana before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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