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§ MS Prentiss County
County building permits

Unincorporated Prentiss County

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

Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Prentiss County Board of Supervisors / Chancery Clerk

Street address
100 North Main Street, PO Box 477, Booneville, MS 38829
Phone
(662) 728-4610
Email
bubba@co.prentiss.ms.us
Coverage
All properties within unincorporated Prentiss County, excluding incorporated cities and towns.
Online portal
DuProcess Public Records Portal
DuProcess
Website
Department website
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Prentiss County

Building permits are required under Mississippi Code § 19-5-9 for: new construction of any building or structure in unincorporated areas; substantial renovations and additions; electrical, plumbing, and mechanical installations; septic/onsite wastewater system installation or repair (MSDH permit also required); demolition of structures; land-disturbing activities of 1+ acres (MDEQ stormwater permit also required).

Farm buildings and agricultural structures outside municipal limits (exempt by state law, Miss. Code § 17-2-7, except in FEMA Special Flood Hazard Areas)
Minor cosmetic repairs (painting, flooring, interior finishes)
Routine maintenance and minor repairs
  • Exempt Farm buildings and agricultural structures outside municipal limits (exempt by state law, Miss. Code § 17-2-7, except in FEMA Special Flood Hazard Areas)
  • Exempt Minor cosmetic repairs (painting, flooring, interior finishes)
  • Exempt Routine maintenance and minor repairs

Note: Agricultural exemptions do not apply to residential dwellings. Properties in FEMA Special Flood Hazard Areas may require floodplain development permits even if otherwise exempt.

Required documents
  • Completed permit application
  • Site plan or property sketch
  • Contractor's Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) or material purchase certificate number
  • Contractor's MSBOC certificate of responsibility number (for projects $50,000+) or applicable license number
Building code
Prentiss County's specific building code adoption status is not publicly documented. Under Mississippi SB 2378 (Miss. Code § 17-2-4), the county either adopted one of the three most recently published ICC editions (IBC/IRC) or formally opted out. Contact the Board of Supervisors at (662) 728-4610 to confirm the county's current code status.
Permit validity
Contact the Chancery Clerk for permit validity periods.
Owner-builder
Owner-builders must comply with Mississippi Code § 19-5-9 requirements, including display of TIN on permit face.
Contractor requirements
Contractors must provide MSBOC certificate of responsibility number (for projects $50,000+) on the face of the permit. All contractors must have a valid TIN and applicable state licensing.

Source: Prentiss County Board of Supervisors / Chancery Clerk ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Processing times not specified; contact the Chancery Clerk or Board of Supervisors for estimated timelines.

  1. 01
    Contact the Prentiss County Chancery Clerk at (662) 728-8151 or the Board of Supervisors at (662) 728-4610 to determine which office handles the specific permit type.
  2. 02
    Obtain and complete the applicable permit application form.
  3. 03
    Include on the permit face the contractor's material purchase certificate number or Taxpayer Identification Number, and the contractor's license or certificate of responsibility number (per Mississippi state law).
  4. 04
    Submit application with supporting documentation (site plans, contractor credentials, project description).
  5. 05
    Pay applicable permit fees to the Tax Collector's office at (662) 728-5044.
  6. 06
    Await approval from the issuing office.
  7. 07
    Schedule required inspections by contacting the issuing office.

Typical processing time: Processing times not specified; contact the Chancery Clerk or Board of Supervisors for estimated timelines.

Source: Prentiss County Board of Supervisors / Chancery Clerk ↗

§ 04

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • Prentiss County Chancery Clerk - (662) 728-8151 (phone)
  • Board of Supervisors - (662) 728-4610 (phone)
Scheduling deadline
Contact the issuing office for inspection scheduling procedures.
Inspection hours
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Typical sequence: Required inspections vary by project type. Standard phases include: Foundation/Structural (after foundation work, before backfill), Framing/Rough-In (before drywall installation), and Final Inspection (before occupancy).

Source: Prentiss County Board of Supervisors / Chancery Clerk ↗

§ 05

Frequently asked

Common questions about unincorporated Prentiss County permits

01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Prentiss County, MS? ▸
Building permits are required under Mississippi Code § 19-5-9 for: new construction of any building or structure in unincorporated areas; substantial renovations and additions; electrical, plumbing, and mechanical installations; septic/onsite wastewater system installation or repair (MSDH permit also required); demolition of structures; land-disturbing activities of 1+ acres (MDEQ stormwater permit also required).
02 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Prentiss County, MS? ▸
To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Prentiss County, MS, follow these steps: 1. Contact the Prentiss County Chancery Clerk at (662) 728-8151 or the Board of Supervisors at (662) 728-4610 to determine which office handles the specific permit type. 2. Obtain and complete the applicable permit application form. 3. Include on the permit face the contractor's material purchase certificate number or Taxpayer Identification Number, and the contractor's license or certificate of responsibility number (per Mississippi state law). 4. Submit application with supporting documentation (site plans, contractor credentials, project description). 5. Pay applicable permit fees to the Tax Collector's office at (662) 728-5044. 6. Await approval from the issuing office. 7. Schedule required inspections by contacting the issuing office.
03 How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Prentiss County, MS? ▸
Building permit processing times in unincorporated Prentiss County, MS typically run Processing times not specified; contact the Chancery Clerk or Board of Supervisors for estimated timelines.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
04 What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Prentiss County, MS? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in unincorporated Prentiss County, MS. The following work is generally exempt: Farm buildings and agricultural structures outside municipal limits (exempt by state law, Miss. Code § 17-2-7, except in FEMA Special Flood Hazard Areas); Minor cosmetic repairs (painting, flooring, interior finishes); Routine maintenance and minor repairs. Note: Agricultural exemptions do not apply to residential dwellings. Properties in FEMA Special Flood Hazard Areas may require floodplain development permits even if otherwise exempt. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Prentiss County, MS? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Prentiss County, MS via: Prentiss County Chancery Clerk - (662) 728-8151, Board of Supervisors - (662) 728-4610. Contact the issuing office for inspection scheduling procedures..
last verified April 2026 source Prentiss County Board of Supervisors / Chancery Clerk ↗ entry id permits/mississippi/prentiss/unincorporated
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Prentiss County Board of Supervisors / Chancery Clerk before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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