How much does a building permit cost in Vance, AL?

The minimum permit fee is $75.00. Fees are calculated as: Commercial: $8.50 per $1,000 total ($7.50 per $1,000 for Vance + $1.00 per $1,000 for AL CICT). Residential: $7.00 per $1,000.. Plan check fee: VFDFD plan review fee: $300.

How do I apply for a building permit in Vance, AL?

1. Use the permitting page to confirm zoning and sewer availability first. Vance links directly to ArcGIS zoning and sewer-system maps for parcel checks. 2. Start the building permit application online through MGO Connect or submit directly to Vance City Hall. 3. For general building work, submit the building-permit application and supporting plans and contractor information. For mobile home move-ins, submit county-health septic approval or receipt for sewer impact/tap fee, lot sketch showing home placement and setbacks, City of Vance business license for all contractors, and list of subcontractors. 4. Confirm business-license compliance. All contractors must have City of Vance business license, processed through Avenu. 5. Pay applicable permit and review fees before permit issuance. 6. Coordinate inspections through the Chief Building Inspector and resolve any failed-inspection items before proceeding.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Vance, AL?

Inspections can be scheduled via: Chief Building Inspector Barry Falls at 205-553-8278 ext. 115, Online permitting through MGO Connect.

City Building Permits

Vance, AL - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Alabama Tuscaloosa County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Vance spans Tuscaloosa County and Bibb County. This covers Vance jurisdiction where it overlaps Tuscaloosa County. References both town limits and police jurisdiction.

Department: City of Vance / Chief Building Inspector
Address: 17710 Vance Municipal Drive, Vance, AL 35490
Phone: 205-553-8278 ext. 115
Email: tburt@townofvance.com (development packet) , permit questions directed to Chief Building Inspector Barry Falls by phone
Website: https://townofvance.weebly.com/permitting-information.html/

Online Permit Portal

Open MGO Connect Contractor Portal

Platform: MGO Connect • Account required: Yes • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

Use the permitting page to confirm zoning and sewer availability first. Vance links directly to ArcGIS zoning and sewer-system maps for parcel checks.
Start the building permit application online through MGO Connect or submit directly to Vance City Hall.
For general building work, submit the building-permit application and supporting plans and contractor information. For mobile home move-ins, submit county-health septic approval or receipt for sewer impact/tap fee, lot sketch showing home placement and setbacks, City of Vance business license for all contractors, and list of subcontractors.
Confirm business-license compliance. All contractors must have City of Vance business license, processed through Avenu.
Pay applicable permit and review fees before permit issuance.
Coordinate inspections through the Chief Building Inspector and resolve any failed-inspection items before proceeding.

Source: City of Vance / Chief Building Inspector

General Requirements

Permits are required for all new construction, alterations, moving of buildings or structures, mobile home move-in, and temporary electrical services.

Required Documents

Building-permit application
Supporting plans
Contractor information
Zoning and sewer review as needed
For mobile homes: county-health septic approval or sewer fee receipt, lot sketch with setbacks, City of Vance business licenses, list of subcontractors

Building code: Beginning December 1, 2024, the City of Vance enforces the 2024 International Code Congress building codes. Before that date, accepted either 2024 codes or then-current 2018 codes.
Contractor requirements: All contractors must have City of Vance business license. Business licenses processed through Avenu. State licensing requirements apply where Alabama law requires them.

Fees

Minimum permit fee: $75.00
Plan check fee: VFDFD plan review fee: $300
Permit fee formula: Commercial: $8.50 per $1,000 total ($7.50 per $1,000 for Vance + $1.00 per $1,000 for AL CICT). Residential: $7.00 per $1,000.
Trade permit fee: Electrical permit: $75.00. Mobile home permit: $250.00
Reinspection fee: $50.00
Penalty (no permit): Moving building or structure: $150.00. Demo permit: $75.00. Temporary electric permit: $35.00
Payment note: Building permitting through MGO Connect. Business licenses through Avenu. Sewer payments use separate GovtPortal link.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Vance / Chief Building Inspector to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Chief Building Inspector Barry Falls at 205-553-8278 ext. 115 (phone)
Online permitting through MGO Connect (online)

Typical inspection sequence: Not fully detailed on public permitting page; inspection needs vary by building, trade, and mobile-home scope

Additional Resources

Building code: Beginning December 1, 2024, the City of Vance enforces the 2024 International Code Congress building codes. Before that date, accepted either 2024 codes or then-current 2018 codes.
Zoning information: View zoning info
Sewer System Map
Business License Portal
License lookup guide: Alabama Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Alabama Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Alabama hub: Alabama Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of Vance / Chief Building Inspector before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Vance Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Vance, AL?: Permits are required for all new construction, alterations, moving of buildings or structures, mobile home move-in, and temporary electrical services.
How much does a building permit cost in Vance, AL?: The minimum permit fee is $75.00. Fees are calculated as: Commercial: $8.50 per $1,000 total ($7.50 per $1,000 for Vance + $1.00 per $1,000 for AL CICT). Residential: $7.00 per $1,000.. Plan check fee: VFDFD plan review fee: $300.
How do I apply for a building permit in Vance, AL?: 1. Use the permitting page to confirm zoning and sewer availability first. Vance links directly to ArcGIS zoning and sewer-system maps for parcel checks. 2. Start the building permit application online through MGO Connect or submit directly to Vance City Hall. 3. For general building work, submit the building-permit application and supporting plans and contractor information. For mobile home move-ins, submit county-health septic approval or receipt for sewer impact/tap fee, lot sketch showing home placement and setbacks, City of Vance business license for all contractors, and list of subcontractors. 4. Confirm business-license compliance. All contractors must have City of Vance business license, processed through Avenu. 5. Pay applicable permit and review fees before permit issuance. 6. Coordinate inspections through the Chief Building Inspector and resolve any failed-inspection items before proceeding.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Vance, AL?: Inspections can be scheduled via: Chief Building Inspector Barry Falls at 205-553-8278 ext. 115, Online permitting through MGO Connect.

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