City Building Permits

Long Beach, MS - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Long Beach, Mississippi. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Mississippi Harrison County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Covers the incorporated city limits of Long Beach only. Long Beach is a coastal city and enforces the 2024 ICC suite adopted by Ordinance No. 675 effective March 10, 2025.

Department
City of Long Beach Building Department
Address
Building/Permits: 645 Klondyke Road, Long Beach, MS 39560; Zoning: 201 Jeff Davis Avenue, Long Beach, MS 39560
Phone
228-863-1556 (Building/Permits); 228-863-1554 (Zoning)
Website
https://www.cityoflongbeachms.info/building-department

Online Permit Portal

Open Building Department

Platform: In-person submission • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Contact the Building Department at 228-863-1556 to confirm the permit type needed and required documents for the specific project.
  2. Prepare required documents including completed application, site plan, construction plans, property documentation, and any flood zone documentation as applicable.
  3. Submit in person at 645 Klondyke Road, Long Beach, MS 39560.
  4. Plans review is completed by the Building Official.
  5. Permit is issued; construction begins.
  6. Schedule required inspections.
  7. Final inspection and certificate of occupancy issued upon satisfactory completion.

Typical processing time: Not published; contact 228-863-1556 for current timeline.

Source: City of Long Beach Building Department

General Requirements

Required for new construction, additions, alterations, demolition, and trade work per adopted building codes. Residential dwellings in R-1 zones (excluding mobile homes) must have a minimum of 850 square feet of heated living space.

Required Documents

  • Completed application
  • Site plan with setbacks
  • Floor plan
  • Construction plans
  • Property documentation
  • Flood elevation data if in Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA)
Permit validity
Not published online; contact 228-863-1556.
Building code
Ordinance No. 675 (effective March 10, 2025) adopts: 2018 International Building Code (with Appendixes A, B, E, F, G, J); 2024 International Residential Code (one- and two-family dwellings); 2024 International Property Maintenance Code; 2024 International Mechanical Code; 2024 International Fuel Gas Code; 2024 International Plumbing Code; 2024 International Fire Code; 2023 Electrical Code (NEC); ICC 600 High Wind Construction Standards. Notable modifications: Townhouse fire separation increased from 1-hour to 2-hour; Automatic residential fire sprinkler requirements deleted; PEX plumbing permitted in single-family homes under 1,600 sq ft without manifolds.
Owner-builder
Not published online; contact Building Department.
Contractor requirements
Not published online; contact Building Department.

Fees

Permit fee formula
Not published online. Contact the Building Department at 228-863-1556 for current fee information.
Payment note
Not published online; contact 228-863-1556 for current fee and payment details.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Long Beach Building Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • 228-863-1556 (phone)
  • mgundlach@longbeachms.gov (email)
Inspection hours
Contact 228-863-1556 for hours.

Typical inspection sequence: Standard IBC sequence applies: (1) Foundation; (2) framing and rough-in; (3) final inspection. For flood zone properties: flood elevation documentation required at applicable phases.

Additional Resources

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Long Beach Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Long Beach, MS?
Required for new construction, additions, alterations, demolition, and trade work per adopted building codes. Residential dwellings in R-1 zones (excluding mobile homes) must have a minimum of 850 square feet of heated living space.
How much does a building permit cost in Long Beach, MS?
Fees are calculated as: Not published online. Contact the Building Department at 228-863-1556 for current fee information..
How do I apply for a building permit in Long Beach, MS?
1. Contact the Building Department at 228-863-1556 to confirm the permit type needed and required documents for the specific project. 2. Prepare required documents including completed application, site plan, construction plans, property documentation, and any flood zone documentation as applicable. 3. Submit in person at 645 Klondyke Road, Long Beach, MS 39560. 4. Plans review is completed by the Building Official. 5. Permit is issued; construction begins. 6. Schedule required inspections. 7. Final inspection and certificate of occupancy issued upon satisfactory completion.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Long Beach, MS?
Typical processing time is Not published; contact 228-863-1556 for current timeline..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Long Beach, MS?
Inspections can be scheduled via: 228-863-1556, mgundlach@longbeachms.gov.

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