City of Hattiesburg (Lamar County Portion)

Construction of new buildings, repair or alteration of any existing building.

Note: Contact City of Hattiesburg for information on exempt work.

Building code

City of Hattiesburg adopts building codes. Likely 2021 IRC/IBC based on Mississippi state adoption as of 2024. Confirm with Building Department.

Permit validity

Not specified; contact Building Department.

Owner-builder

Contact Building Department for owner-builder requirements.

Contractor requirements

Contractors and subcontractors must be licensed by City of Hattiesburg AND Mississippi State Board of Contractors.

1. 01
   Contact the Department of Urban Development at (601) 554-1003 for permit forms and instructions.
2. 02
   For commercial projects: Attend Pre-Application Meeting and Site Plan Review with Planning Department before permit application.
3. 03
   For all projects: Submit completed permit application with required construction documents.
4. 04
   Plans must be prepared by a registered architect or design professional if building area >= 5,000 sq ft or for any commercial project.
5. 05
   For commercial projects: Site Plan Review Committee must approve project before permit issuance.
6. 06
   Pay applicable permit fees.
7. 07
   Permit issuance upon approval.

Typical processing time: Processing time not specified; contact Building Department for estimates.

Source: City of Hattiesburg Department of Urban Development / Building Department ↗

Typical sequence: Required inspections must occur before work is covered. All building, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC inspections required. Inspections are scheduled through a third-party inspector. Once permit is obtained, inspector information is provided to applicant. Building Inspector ensures development complies with City building codes.

Source: City of Hattiesburg Department of Urban Development / Building Department ↗