Town of Pike Road, AL - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

The town plans review checklist states the town recognizes and applies its listed codes within its jurisdiction and police jurisdiction.

Department

Town of Pike Road Planning Department

Address

9575 Vaughn Road, Pike Road, AL 36064

Phone

334-272-9883

Email

planning@pikeroad.us

Website

https://www.pikeroad.us/digital-resources

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Identify the needed permit form from the town digital resources page. Separate forms are published for building, general, electrical, gas, plumbing, and mechanical permits.
2. For building permits, submit one set of permit documents by email to tammy@pikeroad.us and lthomas@pikeroad.us with a complete building permit application.
3. Include the required plans review items. The checklist calls for a site plan, foundation plan, floor plan, elevations, electrical plans, septic or sewer approval if applicable, landscape plans when required, and HOA or architectural review approval if applicable.
4. The town reviews the submission against its adopted codes and any planning/zoning requirements. Planning-related questions and submissions are directed to planning@pikeroad.us.
5. Pay the permit fee shown on the applicable form or fee schedule. Multiple forms state fees may be doubled if work starts before the permit is issued.
6. Receive the permit before beginning work, then call Town Hall for inspections.

General Requirements

Town forms and checklist indicate permits are required before work begins for building, electrical, plumbing, gas, mechanical, and general permitted work. The general permit application states all licenses and permits must be obtained before any work begins.

Required Documents

• Completed permit form; one emailed set of permit documents for building permits; site plan; foundation plan; architectural floor plan; building elevations; electrical plans; septic or sewer approval when applicable; landscape plans if required by ordinance; HOA or ARB approval if applicable; contractor and subcontractor information; trade license or certification information as required by the specific form.

Building code

Plans review checklist states the town recognizes the 2015 International Building Code, 2015 International Residential Code, 2015 National Electrical Code, and 2009 International Energy Conservation Code with Alabama Energy and Residential Code Board amendments.

Contractor requirements

General permit form asks for contractor and PR license number; building permit form requires contractor and subcontractor details; electrical form must be signed by the master electrician; plumbing form asks for plumber license and certification number; gas and mechanical forms identify contractor/company applying for permit.

Fees

Minimum permit fee

General permit minimum base fee $50.00 plus $50.00 issuance fee. Electrical minimum permit fee is $25.00 plus $15.00 issuance fee. Plumbing starts at $25.00 for first 5 fixtures plus $15.00 issuance fee. Gas minimum base fee $25.00 plus $15.00 issuance fee. Mechanical minimum base fee $25.00 plus $15.00 issuance fee.

Permit fee formula

General permit uses cost of work x 0.005, minimum base fee $50.00, plus $50.00 issuance fee. Mechanical uses cost of job x 0.005, minimum base fee $25.00, plus $15.00 issuance fee. Gas uses $3.00 per fixture with a $25.00 minimum base fee plus $15.00 issuance fee. Plumbing uses $25.00 for first 5 fixtures, then $3.00 for each additional fixture, plus $15.00 issuance fee. Electrical uses a schedule by service size, device, equipment, and other item counts, plus a $15.00 issuance fee.

Reinspection fee

Electrical fee schedule lists reinspection at $25.00. The plans review checklist and general permit form state fees may be doubled if work begins before permit issuance.

Payment note

The reviewed forms reference check and cash receipt fields, but the town did not publish a more detailed payment policy on the reviewed permit pages.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Town of Pike Road Planning Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

• Call Pike Road Town Hall at 334-272-9883. (phone)

Inspection hours

The checklist states that most inspections requested in the morning are performed in the afternoon, and those requested in the afternoon are generally performed the next morning. The checklist asks for 24 hours notice if possible.

Typical inspection sequence: Temporary construction power, footings/foundation, plumbing underground rough, framing before enclosure, HVAC ductwork/piping, plumbing rough-in wall, electrical rough-in wall, plumbing finish and fixtures before water service, electrical finish and fixtures before electric service, HVAC equipment and finish, temporary permanent power, landscape final, energy certification certificate, building final.

The reviewed town building checklist did not publish a general building reinspection charge. Electrical reinspection is listed at $25.00 on the electrical fee schedule.

Additional Resources

• Building code: Plans review checklist states the town recognizes the 2015 International Building Code, 2015 International Residential Code, 2015 National Electrical Code, and 2009 International Energy Conservation Code with Alabama Energy and Residential Code Board amendments.
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• Planning commission and planning fees
• Contact page
• Digital resources/forms page
• License lookup guide: Alabama Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Alabama Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Alabama hub: Alabama Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Pike Road Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Pike Road, AL?

Town forms and checklist indicate permits are required before work begins for building, electrical, plumbing, gas, mechanical, and general permitted work. The general permit application states all licenses and permits must be obtained before any work begins.

How much does a building permit cost in Town of Pike Road, AL?

The minimum permit fee is General permit minimum base fee $50.00 plus $50.00 issuance fee. Electrical minimum permit fee is $25.00 plus $15.00 issuance fee. Plumbing starts at $25.00 for first 5 fixtures plus $15.00 issuance fee. Gas minimum base fee $25.00 plus $15.00 issuance fee. Mechanical minimum base fee $25.00 plus $15.00 issuance fee.. Fees are calculated as: General permit uses cost of work x 0.005, minimum base fee $50.00, plus $50.00 issuance fee. Mechanical uses cost of job x 0.005, minimum base fee $25.00, plus $15.00 issuance fee. Gas uses $3.00 per fixture with a $25.00 minimum base fee plus $15.00 issuance fee. Plumbing uses $25.00 for first 5 fixtures, then $3.00 for each additional fixture, plus $15.00 issuance fee. Electrical uses a schedule by service size, device, equipment, and other item counts, plus a $15.00 issuance fee..

How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Pike Road, AL?

1. Identify the needed permit form from the town digital resources page. Separate forms are published for building, general, electrical, gas, plumbing, and mechanical permits. 2. For building permits, submit one set of permit documents by email to tammy@pikeroad.us and lthomas@pikeroad.us with a complete building permit application. 3. Include the required plans review items. The checklist calls for a site plan, foundation plan, floor plan, elevations, electrical plans, septic or sewer approval if applicable, landscape plans when required, and HOA or architectural review approval if applicable. 4. The town reviews the submission against its adopted codes and any planning/zoning requirements. Planning-related questions and submissions are directed to planning@pikeroad.us. 5. Pay the permit fee shown on the applicable form or fee schedule. Multiple forms state fees may be doubled if work starts before the permit is issued. 6. Receive the permit before beginning work, then call Town Hall for inspections.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Pike Road, AL?

Inspections can be scheduled via: Call Pike Road Town Hall at 334-272-9883..

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