County Building Permits
Monroe County, MS - 2026 Building Permit Guide
How to apply for a building permit in unincorporated Monroe County, Mississippi. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.
Mississippi Updated March 2026
Permit Authority
All unincorporated areas of Monroe County.
- Department
- Monroe County Board of Supervisors
- Address
- Monroe County Chancery Building, 201 E. Commerce Street, Aberdeen, MS 39730
- Phone
- (662) 646-0895
- Website
- https://www.monroems.com/
Application Process
- Contact the Monroe County Board of Supervisors at (662) 646-0895 to obtain the current permit application and determine applicable requirements for the project type and location.
- Determine if the parcel lies within a FEMA-designated SFHA by consulting the FEMA Map Service Center (msc.fema.gov); if so, a floodplain development permit and elevation certificate may be required.
- Submit a completed permit application with site plan showing property dimensions, structure location, setbacks from lot lines, and drainage direction.
- Verify MSBOC contractor licensing requirements for commercial projects over $50,000 or residential new construction over $50,000.
- Pay applicable permit fees at the Supervisors office.
- Schedule required inspections through the county office.
General Requirements
A building permit is required for all construction in unincorporated Monroe County.
Required Documents
- Completed permit application
- Site plan showing property dimensions, structure location, setbacks, and drainage
- Building code
- Mississippi Code § 17-2-4 requires adoption of one of the last three editions of the IBC and IRC as minimum standards. Confirm current adopted code edition with the Supervisors office.
- Contractor requirements
- Licensed contractors are required for projects exceeding MSBOC thresholds (commercial over $50,000 or residential new construction over $50,000).
Fees
- Payment note
- Contact (662) 646-0895 for current fee information. Small jurisdictions in Mississippi typically charge flat-rate permits ranging from $50–$200 for residential projects.
Work That Does NOT Require a Permit
- Manufactured homes and mobile homes (exempt from State Uniform Construction Code but subject to local NFIP floodplain requirements)
- Agricultural structures used solely for agricultural purposes
Important: Manufactured home placement and structures in flood zones still require permits and compliance with NFIP requirements. Confirm edge cases with the Board of Supervisors before proceeding.
Inspections
How to Schedule
- Inspection hours
- Board meets first Monday of each month and the following Friday at 9:00 a.m.
Typical inspection sequence: Typical required inspections for new construction include: Foundation/footing, Framing, Rough-in electrical/plumbing/mechanical, Final inspection.
Additional Resources
- Building code: Mississippi Code § 17-2-4 requires adoption of one of the last three editions of the IBC and IRC as minimum standards. Confirm current adopted code edition with the Supervisors office.
- Verify contractor license: MSBOC License Lookup
- FEMA Map Service Center
- License lookup guide: Mississippi Contractor License Requirements
- Contract template: Mississippi Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
- Mississippi hub: Mississippi Contractor License & Permit Hub
Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Monroe County Board of Supervisors before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Monroe County Building Permit FAQ
- Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Monroe County, MS?
- A building permit is required for all construction in unincorporated Monroe County.
- How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Monroe County, MS?
- 1. Contact the Monroe County Board of Supervisors at (662) 646-0895 to obtain the current permit application and determine applicable requirements for the project type and location. 2. Determine if the parcel lies within a FEMA-designated SFHA by consulting the FEMA Map Service Center (msc.fema.gov); if so, a floodplain development permit and elevation certificate may be required. 3. Submit a completed permit application with site plan showing property dimensions, structure location, setbacks from lot lines, and drainage direction. 4. Verify MSBOC contractor licensing requirements for commercial projects over $50,000 or residential new construction over $50,000. 5. Pay applicable permit fees at the Supervisors office. 6. Schedule required inspections through the county office.
- What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Monroe County, MS?
- The following work is generally exempt: Manufactured homes and mobile homes (exempt from State Uniform Construction Code but subject to local NFIP floodplain requirements); Agricultural structures used solely for agricultural purposes. Note: Manufactured home placement and structures in flood zones still require permits and compliance with NFIP requirements. Confirm edge cases with the Board of Supervisors before proceeding.
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