How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Polkville, MS?

1. Contact Polkville Town Hall at 601-537-3115 (M–F, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.). 2. Confirm permit requirements for the specific project. 3. Obtain building permit application form from Town Hall. 4. Prepare two (2) sets of construction plans. 5. Obtain MSDH Form 335 septic evaluation from Smith County Health Department (601-782-4472) if not on public sewer. 6. Submit application, plans, and documentation to Town Hall. 7. Pay applicable permit fees. 8. Obtain permit and begin construction. 9. Schedule required inspections. 10. Obtain final inspection approval before occupancy.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Polkville, MS?

Inspections can be scheduled via: Town Hall.

City Building Permits

Town of Polkville, MS - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Town of Polkville, Mississippi. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Mississippi Smith County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated limits of the Town of Polkville (located in northwestern Smith County, approximately 6.5 miles south of Interstate 20). Note: Polkville is in Smith County despite the Morton mailing address and 39117 zip code (which straddles the county line).

Department: Town of Polkville Town Hall
Address: 6606 Highway 13, Morton, MS 39117
Phone: 601-537-3115
Website: https://polkville.org/

Application Process

Contact Polkville Town Hall at 601-537-3115 (M–F, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.).
Confirm permit requirements for the specific project.
Obtain building permit application form from Town Hall.
Prepare two (2) sets of construction plans.
Obtain MSDH Form 335 septic evaluation from Smith County Health Department (601-782-4472) if not on public sewer.
Submit application, plans, and documentation to Town Hall.
Pay applicable permit fees.
Obtain permit and begin construction.
Schedule required inspections.
Obtain final inspection approval before occupancy.

General Requirements

New residential construction, new commercial or industrial construction, structural additions or alterations, change of use or occupancy, and major structural remodeling.

Required Documents

Completed building permit application
Two (2) sets of construction plans: site/plot plan, foundation and footing details, framing details, electrical layout, and elevations (front, side, rear)
Proof of ownership
MSDH Form 335 (if not on public sewer)

Building code: Polkville must adopt one of the last three editions of the IBC or IRC as minimum code per Mississippi law. Statewide baseline: 2021 IBC / 2021 IRC with Mississippi amendments (effective July 1, 2024). Confirm specific adopted edition with Town Hall.
Contractor requirements: Contractors must hold a valid MSBOC license for projects $50,000 or more (residential new construction) or $10,000+ (residential remodeling/roofing). Contact MSBOC at 800-880-6161 or https://www.msboc.us/

Fees

Payment note: No fee schedule is publicly available online. Contact Town Hall at 601-537-3115 for current permit fees.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Town of Polkville Town Hall to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Town Hall (phone)

Inspection hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Typical inspection sequence: Standard inspection stages: 1) Foundation/footing inspection, 2) Framing inspection, 3) Electrical rough-in inspection, 4) Plumbing rough-in inspection (if applicable), 5) Final inspection before occupancy. Confirm all inspection requirements and scheduling with Town Hall at permit issuance. Septic inspection by MSDH or Smith County Health Department required separately for properties not on public sewer.

Additional Resources

Building code: Polkville must adopt one of the last three editions of the IBC or IRC as minimum code per Mississippi law. Statewide baseline: 2021 IBC / 2021 IRC with Mississippi amendments (effective July 1, 2024). Confirm specific adopted edition with Town Hall.
Verify contractor license: MSBOC License Lookup
Smith County Chancery Clerk (Code Enforcement/Zoning)
Smith County Health Department (Septic Evaluations)
FEMA Flood Maps
MSDH Division of On-Site Wastewater
License lookup guide: Mississippi Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Mississippi Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Mississippi hub: Mississippi Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Town of Polkville Town Hall before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Polkville Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Polkville, MS?: New residential construction, new commercial or industrial construction, structural additions or alterations, change of use or occupancy, and major structural remodeling.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Polkville, MS?: 1. Contact Polkville Town Hall at 601-537-3115 (M–F, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.). 2. Confirm permit requirements for the specific project. 3. Obtain building permit application form from Town Hall. 4. Prepare two (2) sets of construction plans. 5. Obtain MSDH Form 335 septic evaluation from Smith County Health Department (601-782-4472) if not on public sewer. 6. Submit application, plans, and documentation to Town Hall. 7. Pay applicable permit fees. 8. Obtain permit and begin construction. 9. Schedule required inspections. 10. Obtain final inspection approval before occupancy.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Polkville, MS?: Inspections can be scheduled via: Town Hall.

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