City Building Permits

Town of Wadley, AL - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Town of Wadley, Alabama. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Alabama Randolph County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Town of Wadley corporate limits

Department
Zoning Administrator / Building Inspector or other designated town officer under the zoning ordinance
Address
265 Highland Circle, P.O. Box 9, Wadley, AL 36276
Phone
(256) 395-2261
Website
https://townofwadley.com/

Application Process

  1. Complete the zoning permit application.
  2. Attach a site plan and other supporting materials.
  3. Return the form to Town Hall.
  4. The zoning administrator reviews the application for compliance.
  5. The town issues the zoning permit if the proposal complies.

Source: Zoning Administrator / Building Inspector or other designated town officer under the zoning ordinance

General Requirements

A zoning permit is required before construction, renovation, reconstruction, or development activity, except repairs not changing the character of the structure and not exceeding 1000 dollars in cost or value, or painting and wallpapering.

Required Documents

  • Completed zoning permit application, required application fee, a map or plat drawn to scale, and supporting documentation showing compliance with other applicable codes and ordinances. The form also calls for a reproducible site plan and other property data.
Building code
The zoning ordinance refers to other applicable codes and ordinances, but the current building code edition was not clearly published in the reviewed materials
Contractor requirements
The zoning ordinance states no zoning permit, building permit, certificate of occupancy, business license, or other permit may be issued except in full compliance with the ordinance

Fees

Minimum permit fee
Zoning permit application fee 100 dollars for rezoning applications; the zoning permit application form itself requires an application fee, but the specific zoning permit fee amount was not clearly separated in the excerpt reviewed

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Painting and wallpapering
  • Repairs not changing the character of the structure and not exceeding 1000 dollars in cost or value

Inspections

How to Schedule

Inspection hours
Town Hall business hours listed in the zoning ordinance forms section as 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM Monday through Friday

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Zoning Administrator / Building Inspector or other designated town officer under the zoning ordinance before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Wadley Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Wadley, AL?
A zoning permit is required before construction, renovation, reconstruction, or development activity, except repairs not changing the character of the structure and not exceeding 1000 dollars in cost or value, or painting and wallpapering.
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Wadley, AL?
The minimum permit fee is Zoning permit application fee 100 dollars for rezoning applications; the zoning permit application form itself requires an application fee, but the specific zoning permit fee amount was not clearly separated in the excerpt reviewed.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Wadley, AL?
1. Complete the zoning permit application. 2. Attach a site plan and other supporting materials. 3. Return the form to Town Hall. 4. The zoning administrator reviews the application for compliance. 5. The town issues the zoning permit if the proposal complies.
What work is exempt from building permits in Town of Wadley, AL?
The following work is generally exempt: Painting and wallpapering; Repairs not changing the character of the structure and not exceeding 1000 dollars in cost or value.

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