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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Pascagoula
A permit is required for new construction, additions, alterations, and repairs to residential, commercial, public, and institutional structures, including plumbing, electrical, and mechanical work. Signs, fences, land disturbance, and paving also require permits.
Note: Not published on city website. Contact 228-938-6620 for guidance on whether specific work requires a permit.
- Completed application
- Construction plans
- Contractor license documentation
- Building code
- International Code Council (ICC) standards. Flood Hazard Prevention Ordinance also enforced.
- Contractor requirements
- Permits for electrical and mechanical work may only be granted to a licensed contractor. General contractor licensing per Mississippi state requirements.
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Download the appropriate permit application from https://www.cityofpascagoula.com/273/Forms-Permits (Building Permit Application, Electrical Permit Application, Mechanical Permit Application, or Plumbing Permit Application).
- 02 Complete the application with required project information and owner/contractor details.
- 03 Gather required documents including construction plans and contractor license documentation.
- 04 Submit completed application and documents to Planning, Building and Code Enforcement Division at 4015 14th Street during business hours.
- 05 Plans are reviewed for compliance with the International Code Council standards, Unified Development Ordinance, Flood Hazard Prevention Ordinance, and National Flood Insurance Program requirements.
- 06 Pay permit fees upon approval.
- 07 Post permit on-site and begin work.
- 08 Schedule and pass required inspections at each construction phase.
- 09 Obtain final inspection and certificate of occupancy.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- 228-762-1020 (Building Division) (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Monday-Friday, 8 - 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 - 5 p.m.
Typical sequence: Foundation, framing, rough-in electrical/plumbing/mechanical, and final inspection. Sequence varies by project type. Plans reviewed against Flood Hazard Prevention Ordinance where applicable.
Frequently asked
Common questions about Pascagoula permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Pascagoula, MS? ▸
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Pascagoula, MS? ▸
03 How do I schedule a building inspection in Pascagoula, MS? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Planning, Building and Code Enforcement Division before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.