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County building permits

Unincorporated Pike County

How to apply for a building permit in unincorporated Pike County, Mississippi. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Pike County Administrator

Street address
200 E. Bay Street, Magnolia, MS 39652
Phone
(601) 783-5289
Coverage
All properties in unincorporated areas of Pike County.
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Pike County

Building permits are required for new residential or commercial construction, additions and structural alterations, demolition, driveways accessing county roads, temporary use structures, and septic system installation or repair in unincorporated Pike County.

Certain agricultural outbuildings may be exempt from permitting requirements under Mississippi law; verify with the County Administrator.
  • Exempt Certain agricultural outbuildings may be exempt from permitting requirements under Mississippi law; verify with the County Administrator.

Note: Exempt from building permit does not necessarily mean exempt from other requirements (e.g., zoning, flood, stormwater, septic). Confirm with County Administrator.

Required documents
  • Completed permit application
  • Site plan
  • Building plans showing project scope
  • Proof of property ownership (deed or title)
Building code
Pike County has not publicly documented adoption of a specific edition of the International Building Code (IBC) or International Residential Code (IRC). Confirm code status with the County Administrator.
Permit validity
Confirm expiration policy with County Administrator at time of permit issuance.
Contractor requirements
Confirm current contractor licensing requirements with County Administrator.
§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Timeline varies; confirm with County Administrator upon application submission.

  1. 01
    Contact the Pike County Administrator at (601) 783-5289 to confirm current permit requirements and obtain application materials.
  2. 02
    Obtain a 911 address assignment for new construction from the E-911 Director at (601) 783-4184 before submitting permit applications.
  3. 03
    Prepare two sets of site plans and building plans showing project scope.
  4. 04
    Provide a copy of the property deed or proof of ownership.
  5. 05
    Complete the permit application form provided by the county.
  6. 06
    Submit application and plans to the County Administrator's office.
  7. 07
    Pay applicable permit fees upon approval.
  8. 08
    Schedule any required inspections before beginning construction phases.

Typical processing time: Timeline varies; confirm with County Administrator upon application submission.

§ 04

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • Pike County Administrator: (601) 783-5289 (phone)

Typical sequence: Inspection requirements are not formally published. Applicants should ask the County Administrator what inspections are required at time of permit issuance.

§ 05

Frequently asked

Common questions about unincorporated Pike County permits

01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Pike County, MS? ▸
Building permits are required for new residential or commercial construction, additions and structural alterations, demolition, driveways accessing county roads, temporary use structures, and septic system installation or repair in unincorporated Pike County.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Pike County, MS? ▸
To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Pike County, MS, follow these steps: 1. Contact the Pike County Administrator at (601) 783-5289 to confirm current permit requirements and obtain application materials. 2. Obtain a 911 address assignment for new construction from the E-911 Director at (601) 783-4184 before submitting permit applications. 3. Prepare two sets of site plans and building plans showing project scope. 4. Provide a copy of the property deed or proof of ownership. 5. Complete the permit application form provided by the county. 6. Submit application and plans to the County Administrator's office. 7. Pay applicable permit fees upon approval. 8. Schedule any required inspections before beginning construction phases.
03 How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Pike County, MS? ▸
Building permit processing times in unincorporated Pike County, MS typically run Timeline varies; confirm with County Administrator upon application submission.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
04 What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Pike County, MS? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in unincorporated Pike County, MS. The following work is generally exempt: Certain agricultural outbuildings may be exempt from permitting requirements under Mississippi law; verify with the County Administrator.. Note: Exempt from building permit does not necessarily mean exempt from other requirements (e.g., zoning, flood, stormwater, septic). Confirm with County Administrator. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Pike County, MS? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Pike County, MS via: Pike County Administrator: (601) 783-5289.
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