Greene County, MS — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Greene County Board of Supervisors, Chancery Clerk's Office

Street address

Leakesville, MS 39451

Phone

(601) 394-2377

michelleeubanks@greenecountyms.gov

Coverage

All properties in unincorporated Greene County, excluding incorporated municipalities.

Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Greene County

Building permits are required for new construction, additions, and structural modifications.

Note: Agricultural buildings may be exempt from permitting; verify with county office.

Building code: Varies by local jurisdiction; not uniformly mandated at state level. Contact county office for adopted code editions.
Permit validity: Not specified; contact county office for details.
Owner-builder: Owner-builder projects permitted; verify requirements with county office.
Contractor requirements: Contractors working on projects over $50,000 (residential) or $100,000 (commercial) must obtain Mississippi State Board of Contractors (MSBOC) license.

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Not specified; contact county office for current timelines.

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Contact the Greene County Chancery Clerk's office at (601) 394-2377.
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Inquire about permit requirements for your specific project.
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Submit required application materials and documentation.
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Pay applicable permit fees.
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Obtain inspection approvals as required.
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Proceed with construction per permit conditions.

Typical processing time: Not specified; contact county office for current timelines.

Source: Greene County Board of Supervisors, Chancery Clerk's Office ↗

§ 04

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

(601) 394-2377 (phone)

Scheduling deadline: Contact county office for scheduling requirements.
Inspection hours: Standard business hours; confirm with county office.
Time windows: To be confirmed with county office.

Typical sequence: Typical stages include foundation, framing, rough-in (MEP), and final inspections.

Not documented; contact county office for current policies.

§ 05

Frequently asked

Common questions about unincorporated Greene County permits

01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Greene County, MS? ▸

Building permits are required for new construction, additions, and structural modifications.

02 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Greene County, MS? ▸

To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Greene County, MS, follow these steps: 1. Contact the Greene County Chancery Clerk's office at (601) 394-2377. 2. Inquire about permit requirements for your specific project. 3. Submit required application materials and documentation. 4. Pay applicable permit fees. 5. Obtain inspection approvals as required. 6. Proceed with construction per permit conditions.

03 How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Greene County, MS? ▸

Building permit processing times in unincorporated Greene County, MS typically run Not specified; contact county office for current timelines.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

04 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Greene County, MS? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Greene County, MS via: (601) 394-2377. Contact county office for scheduling requirements..

last verified April 2026 source Greene County Board of Supervisors, Chancery Clerk's Office ↗ entry id permits/mississippi/greene/unincorporated

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Greene County Board of Supervisors, Chancery Clerk's Office before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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