Unincorporated Lowndes County

All construction in unincorporated Lowndes County requires a building permit before commencement, including new construction, additions, renovations, demolitions, mobile home setup/moves, and repairs.

• Exempt Agricultural structures may qualify for exemptions under Mississippi law; contact county planning for eligibility determination.

Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning and planning requirements. Confirm edge cases with the Building Inspection Division before proceeding.

Building code

Lowndes County adopts building codes under Mississippi Code § 21-19-25; specific code edition not detailed in public materials.

Contractor requirements

Contractors performing work exceeding $50,000 must hold MSBOC commercial building license or certificate of responsibility.

1. 01
   Contact Lowndes County Building Inspection at 662-329-5860 to obtain application materials.
2. 02
   Complete building permit application form with project details.
3. 03
   Submit application and supporting documentation to the Planning Department.
4. 04
   Pay applicable permit fees (schedule available at county office).
5. 05
   County staff reviews for compliance with zoning and building codes.
6. 06
   Permit is issued upon approval and fee payment.
7. 07
   Commence work only after permit issuance.
8. 08
   Schedule required inspections at key project stages.

• 662-329-5860 (phone)

Typical sequence: Required inspections include foundation/footing, framing, electrical system, plumbing system, and final inspection.