County Building Permits

Lamar County, MS - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Building permit information for unincorporated Lamar County and all incorporated cities. Find your jurisdiction's permit authority, application process, fees, and requirements.

Mississippi Updated March 2026

Important: Lamar County issues building permits only for properties in unincorporated areas of the county. If your property is inside an incorporated city, select your city below — that city's building department handles your permits, not the county.

Unincorporated Lamar County

Permit authority
Lamar County Planning and Community Development Department
Phone
(601) 794-1024
Address
202 Main Street, #B, Purvis, MS 39475

Jurisdictions in Lamar County

Select your jurisdiction for local permit authority, portal links, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Unincorporated Lamar County Permit guide → Hattiesburg (Lamar County Portion) Permit guide → Lumberton Permit guide → Purvis Permit guide → Sumrall Permit guide →

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the relevant city or county department before applying.

Related Mississippi Resources

License Requirements Verify your contractor's Mississippi license → Contract Template Free homeowner-contractor agreement →

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Important: This page is an educational resource provided by jaspector.com. It is not legal advice, and it does not substitute for official guidance from the permit authorities listed above. Permit requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the issuing department before beginning any construction project. Use of this page does not create an attorney-client relationship. Jaspector assumes no liability for any outcomes arising from reliance on this information.