Perry County, MS — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Perry County Board of Supervisors

Street address

103 First Street East, New Augusta, MS 39462

Phone

(601) 964-8370

Coverage

All unincorporated properties within Perry County under Mississippi Code § 17-2-1 et seq.

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Perry County

Building permits are required for new construction, additions, structural modifications, and significant renovations within unincorporated Perry County under MS Code § 17-2.

Scope of work

Permit?

Farm buildings and farm structures outside corporate limits are exempt from Mississippi building code requirements under MS Code § 17-2-9, though a basic county permit may still be required.

Exempt

Exempt Farm buildings and farm structures outside corporate limits are exempt from Mississippi building code requirements under MS Code § 17-2-9, though a basic county permit may still be required.

Note: Always verify specific exemptions and applicability with the Board of Supervisors before proceeding, as exemptions may vary by project type.

Required documents

Completed permit application
Property location information
Owner information
Contractor information and MSBOC license (for projects over $50,000)
Project description
Estimated construction value
Site plan or site documentation as required

Building code: Perry County may or may not have formally adopted an IBC/IRC edition. Verify with the Board of Supervisors which code edition, if any, is enforced.
Permit validity: Contact the Board of Supervisors to confirm permit validity period and expiration provisions.
Owner-builder: Owner-builders may be permitted; confirm requirements directly with the Board of Supervisors.
Contractor requirements: Contractors on projects over $50,000 (residential new construction) or $50,000 (commercial) must hold a valid MSBOC license. Projects below these thresholds do not require MSBOC licensure but local permit requirements still apply.

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Varies; contact Board of Supervisors for current timelines.

01

Contact the Perry County Board of Supervisors office at (601) 964-8370 to confirm current permit procedures and required forms.
02

Request a permit application (in person at 103 First Street East, New Augusta, or by phone/mail).
03

Complete the application with project details: property location, owner information, contractor information (including MSBOC license number for projects over $50,000 residential or $50,000 commercial), project description, and estimated construction value.
04

Submit the completed application to the Board of Supervisors office along with any required plans or site documentation.
05

Pay the applicable permit fee.
06

Receive the issued permit before commencing construction.
07

Schedule required inspections as the project progresses.

Typical processing time: Varies; contact Board of Supervisors for current timelines.

§ 04

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

Inspection hours: Monday – Friday (standard county courthouse hours)

Typical sequence: Perry County does not appear to employ a dedicated county building inspector. Contact the Board of Supervisors to confirm whether inspections are required, whether the county contracts with a third-party inspector, and typical inspection stages (foundation, framing, rough-in, final).

§ 05

Frequently asked

Common questions about unincorporated Perry County permits

01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Perry County, MS? ▸

Building permits are required for new construction, additions, structural modifications, and significant renovations within unincorporated Perry County under MS Code § 17-2.

02 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Perry County, MS? ▸

To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Perry County, MS, follow these steps: 1. Contact the Perry County Board of Supervisors office at (601) 964-8370 to confirm current permit procedures and required forms. 2. Request a permit application (in person at 103 First Street East, New Augusta, or by phone/mail). 3. Complete the application with project details: property location, owner information, contractor information (including MSBOC license number for projects over $50,000 residential or $50,000 commercial), project description, and estimated construction value. 4. Submit the completed application to the Board of Supervisors office along with any required plans or site documentation. 5. Pay the applicable permit fee. 6. Receive the issued permit before commencing construction. 7. Schedule required inspections as the project progresses.

03 How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Perry County, MS? ▸

Building permit processing times in unincorporated Perry County, MS typically run Varies; contact Board of Supervisors for current timelines.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

04 What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Perry County, MS? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in unincorporated Perry County, MS. The following work is generally exempt: Farm buildings and farm structures outside corporate limits are exempt from Mississippi building code requirements under MS Code § 17-2-9, though a basic county permit may still be required.. Note: Always verify specific exemptions and applicability with the Board of Supervisors before proceeding, as exemptions may vary by project type. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Perry County Board of Supervisors before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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