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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Arab
Owners or contractors should consult the department to determine if a permit is required.
- Contractor requirements
- Copy of contractor license is required; all sub trades are required to obtain a building permit for each project.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Consult Building Department to determine if a permit is required.
- 02 Prepare project value and required documents.
- 03 Submit building application and supporting items to the inspector.
- 04 Department calculates fee using the slide scale.
- 05 Permit issues after review.
Source: Building Department ↗
§ 04
Fee schedule
Arab building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Plan check fee
Not separately published in the reviewed lines.
02
Reinspection fee
If work starts before a permit is obtained, fees are doubled.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Contractors and sub-contractors are responsible for calling to schedule inspections. (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Office hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30a to 4:30p; appointments are encouraged every day and required from 12n to 2p.
24-hour notice is required for inspection scheduling.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Arab permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Arab, AL? ▸
Owners or contractors should consult the department to determine if a permit is required.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Arab, AL? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Arab, AL, follow these steps: 1. Consult Building Department to determine if a permit is required. 2. Prepare project value and required documents. 3. Submit building application and supporting items to the inspector. 4. Department calculates fee using the slide scale. 5. Permit issues after review.
03 How do I schedule a building inspection in Arab, AL? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Arab, AL via: Contractors and sub-contractors are responsible for calling to schedule inspections..
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.