Pelahatchie, MS — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Planning and Zoning Department

Street address

705 Second Street, Pelahatchie, MS 39145

Phone

601-854-5224

townhall@townofpelahatchie.com

Coverage

Covers all property within the incorporated limits of Pelahatchie. Population approximately 1,461.

Online portal

City of Pelahatchie Website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Pelahatchie

New structures, room additions, renovations, sheds, garages, commercial buildings, decks/porches/patios, outdoor antennas, signs, residential construction, and swimming pools; electrical work on any structure also requires a permit

Note: Not published as a standalone list; confirm with Planning and Zoning at 601-854-5224

Required documents

Completed permit application
Specific requirements available from the Planning and Zoning Department at 601-854-5224

Building code: Not confirmed in publicly available sources as of March 2026; confirm with 601-854-5224
Contractor requirements: MSBOC requirements apply; confirm specifics with department

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Print permit application from the city website or pick up at City Hall, 705 Second Street.
02

Contact the Planning and Zoning Department at 601-854-5224 to confirm requirements for your project type.
03

Complete the application and gather supporting documents.
04

Submit in person at City Hall.
05

Application is reviewed by the Planning and Zoning Department.
06

Permit is issued upon approval.
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Schedule inspections as required.
08

Obtain final sign-off upon completion.

Source: Planning and Zoning Department ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Pelahatchie building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Permit fee formula

Not confirmed; contact 601-854-5224

In-person at City Hall; hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

601-854-5224 (phone)

Inspection hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Typical sequence: Not published; contact 601-854-5224

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Pelahatchie permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Pelahatchie, MS? ▸

02 How much does a building permit cost in Pelahatchie, MS? ▸

Building permit fees in Pelahatchie, MS are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Not confirmed; contact 601-854-5224.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Pelahatchie, MS? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Pelahatchie, MS, follow these steps: 1. Print permit application from the city website or pick up at City Hall, 705 Second Street. 2. Contact the Planning and Zoning Department at 601-854-5224 to confirm requirements for your project type. 3. Complete the application and gather supporting documents. 4. Submit in person at City Hall. 5. Application is reviewed by the Planning and Zoning Department. 6. Permit is issued upon approval. 7. Schedule inspections as required. 8. Obtain final sign-off upon completion.

04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Pelahatchie, MS? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Pelahatchie, MS via: 601-854-5224.

last verified April 2026 source Planning and Zoning Department ↗ entry id permits/mississippi/rankin/pelahatchie

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Planning and Zoning Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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