City Building Permits

Leeds (Shelby County portion), AL - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Leeds (Shelby County portion), Alabama. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Alabama Shelby County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Leeds administers permits citywide, including the Shelby County portion of Leeds

Department
Development Services
Address
1404 9th Street, Leeds, AL 35094
Phone
205-699-0903
Website
https://leedsalabama.gov/168/Development-Services

Online Permit Portal

Open

Platform: Citizenserve • Account required: Yes • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Go to Leeds Development Services and open the Citizenserve portal.
  2. Create or sign in to a Citizenserve account.
  3. Submit the permit or development application and upload plans/documents.
  4. Pay fees through the portal or as directed by staff.
  5. Track review comments and schedule inspections.

Source: Development Services

General Requirements

Development, permitting, engineering, and related city-regulated work

Required Documents

  • Application-specific uploads through Citizenserve; exact checklist varies
Contractor requirements
Alabama licensing and any local licensing requirements apply

Fees

Payment note
Portal-based workflow implied by Citizenserve

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Development Services to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Through Citizenserve and/or Development Services (contact)
Inspection hours
Development Services hours Monday through Thursday, 7 am to 4:30 pm

Typical inspection sequence: Project dependent

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Development Services before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Leeds (Shelby County portion) Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Leeds (Shelby County portion), AL?
Development, permitting, engineering, and related city-regulated work
How do I apply for a building permit in Leeds (Shelby County portion), AL?
1. Go to Leeds Development Services and open the Citizenserve portal. 2. Create or sign in to a Citizenserve account. 3. Submit the permit or development application and upload plans/documents. 4. Pay fees through the portal or as directed by staff. 5. Track review comments and schedule inspections.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Leeds (Shelby County portion), AL?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Through Citizenserve and/or Development Services.

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