City Building Permits

Town of Moundville, AL - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Alabama Tuscaloosa County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Town spans Hale County and Tuscaloosa County. This covers Moundville jurisdiction where it extends into Tuscaloosa County.

Department
Town of Moundville Building Department
Address
410 Market Street, Moundville, AL 35474
Phone
205-371-2393

Online Permit Portal

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

Application Process

  1. Complete the applicable permit application and assemble required plans and contractor details. Downloadable building and electrical permit forms and building-department rules-and-procedures PDF available.
  2. Submit the package online through GovtPortal or directly to the Building Department at town hall.
  3. Respond to any review comments, zoning issues, or additional document requests from the town.
  4. Pay permit fees according to published fee schedule before permit issuance.
  5. Schedule inspections with the Building Department until final approval is completed.

Source: Town of Moundville Building Department

General Requirements

Required Documents

  • Permit application
  • Related plans and project information
  • Any other items required by building-department rules-and-procedures document
Building code
2021 ICC building code
Contractor requirements
Not fully summarized on landing page reviewed; verify directly with Building Department and applicable Alabama licensing boards.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
Could not be extracted from public page text reviewed
Plan check fee
Refer to published fee schedule; not separately summarized on landing page reviewed
Permit fee formula
See published fee schedule and permit application packet
Trade permit fee
Not separately posted
Reinspection fee
Refer to published fee schedule; not separately summarized on landing page reviewed
Penalty (no permit)
Not separately posted
Payment note
Town uses GovtPortal for online government services and payments

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Town of Moundville Building Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Typical inspection sequence: Not fully summarized on landing page reviewed; see town's building rules and procedures

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Town of Moundville Building Department before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Moundville Building Permit FAQ

How much does a building permit cost in Town of Moundville, AL?
The minimum permit fee is Could not be extracted from public page text reviewed. Fees are calculated as: See published fee schedule and permit application packet. Plan check fee: Refer to published fee schedule; not separately summarized on landing page reviewed.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Moundville, AL?
1. Complete the applicable permit application and assemble required plans and contractor details. Downloadable building and electrical permit forms and building-department rules-and-procedures PDF available. 2. Submit the package online through GovtPortal or directly to the Building Department at town hall. 3. Respond to any review comments, zoning issues, or additional document requests from the town. 4. Pay permit fees according to published fee schedule before permit issuance. 5. Schedule inspections with the Building Department until final approval is completed.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Moundville, AL?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Through Building Department and town portal.

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