Town of Farmington

A building permit is required for new residential and commercial construction, additions and renovations, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, HVAC systems, roofing, siding, and structural work, decks, accessory structures, and demolition.

Note: Contact City Clerk for information on work that may not require a permit.

Building code

One of the three most recent IBC or IRC editions. Specific edition adopted requires contact with City Clerk.

Permit validity

Contact City Clerk for permit validity duration.

Contractor requirements

For projects $50,000+ (residential) or $50,000+ (commercial), contractors must hold valid MSBOC (Mississippi State Board of Contractors) license.

1. 01
   Contact Farmington City Clerk or Building Department.
2. 02
   Visit Farmington Municipal Building in person or request application by mail/email.
3. 03
   Complete building permit application with: site plan/survey, construction drawings and specifications, contractor information and licensing, estimated project cost.
4. 04
   Submit application to City Clerk's office.
5. 05
   Building inspector reviews for code compliance.
6. 06
   Permit issued upon approval.
7. 07
   Required inspections scheduled during construction.

Typical processing time: Contact City Clerk for specific timeframe.

• City Clerk's office (in-person)

Typical sequence: Required Inspections: Foundation/footing inspection, Framing inspection, MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) inspection, Roofing inspection (if applicable), Final inspection. All inspections must pass before occupancy authorization.