Unincorporated Monroe County

A building permit is required for all construction in unincorporated Monroe County.

• Exempt Manufactured homes and mobile homes (exempt from State Uniform Construction Code but subject to local NFIP floodplain requirements)
• Exempt 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.

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).

1. 01
   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. 02
   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. 03
   Submit a completed permit application with site plan showing property dimensions, structure location, setbacks from lot lines, and drainage direction.
4. 04
   Verify MSBOC contractor licensing requirements for commercial projects over $50,000 or residential new construction over $50,000.
5. 05
   Pay applicable permit fees at the Supervisors office.
6. 06
   Schedule required inspections through the county office.

Inspection hours

Board meets first Monday of each month and the following Friday at 9:00 a.m.

Typical sequence: Typical required inspections for new construction include: Foundation/footing, Framing, Rough-in electrical/plumbing/mechanical, Final inspection.