Unincorporated Itawamba County

A building permit is required for all construction in unincorporated Itawamba County.

• Exempt Purely cosmetic work (painting, flooring, interior finishes)
• Exempt Minor repairs
• Exempt Agricultural buildings and farm structures (except in flood-prone areas)

Note: Exemptions do not apply to residential dwellings in agricultural areas. Properties in Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHAs) must comply with FEMA flood regulations regardless of exemption status.

Building code

Building codes adopted per state recommendations; county may adopt one of the three latest editions of the International Building Code (IBC) and International Residential Code (IRC), or may opt out.

Contractor requirements

For residential projects exceeding $50,000, a license from the Mississippi State Board of Contractors is required.

Source: Chancery Clerk's Office ↗

1. 01
   Contact the Chancery Clerk's office at (662) 862-3931 to obtain application forms and determine permit requirements.
2. 02
   Complete building permit application forms (forms vary by project type).
3. 03
   Submit application with supporting documentation to the Chancery Clerk's office in person or by mail.
4. 04
   Pay applicable permit fees.
5. 05
   County reviews application for compliance with adopted codes.
6. 06
   Permit is issued upon approval.
7. 07
   Schedule and complete required inspections before final occupancy approval.

Source: Chancery Clerk's Office ↗

• (662) 862-3931 (phone)

Typical sequence: Typical inspections include foundation/structural, rough-in, and final inspection before occupancy certificate issuance.