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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Stone County
A building permit is required for all structures exceeding 200 square feet in unincorporated Stone County. Structures 200 sq ft or less do not require a permit.
Structures 200 square feet or less do not require a building permit
- Exempt Structures 200 square feet or less do not require a building permit
Note: Confirm with the Planning & Building Department before proceeding with exempt work. Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning or other regulatory requirements. Stone County has no zoning ordinances for unincorporated areas, but development is governed by the building code, subdivision regulations, and flood damage prevention ordinance.
Required documents
- Completed permit application
- Site plan or property survey showing setbacks and structure location
- Construction drawings or plans (required for commercial; encouraged for residential)
- E-911 address application if a new address is needed
- Contractor license number if applicable (MSBOC license required for projects $50,000+)
- Building code
- 2003 International Building Code (IBC) and 2003 International Residential Code (IRC)
- Permit validity
- Not publicly specified; contact the Planning & Building Department.
- Owner-builder
- Owner-builders may submit applications; contractor license requirements apply to commercial projects and residential projects over $50,000 (MSBOC statewide requirement).
- Contractor requirements
- MSBOC license required for residential construction over $50,000 and all commercial construction over $50,000.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Processing time not publicly specified; contact the Planning & Building Department for current timelines.
- 01 Download or obtain a permit application packet from the Planning & Building Department (in-person, by mail, or from the county website).
- 02 Complete the application with owner information, property description, project scope, and construction details.
- 03 Prepare supporting documentation: site plan or survey showing setbacks and structure location; construction drawings (required for commercial, encouraged for residential); E-911 address application if a new address is needed; contractor MSBOC license number if applicable.
- 04 Submit completed application in-person at 311 Court Street, Suite C, Wiggins, MS 39577.
- 05 Pay permit fee based on construction valuation (residential: $75/sq ft heated, $30/sq ft unheated; commercial: based on contract amount).
- 06 Permit is issued; post permit on job site before work begins.
- 07 Schedule required inspections by contacting the Building Department at 601-928-2810.
- 08 Pass all required inspections (foundation/footing, framing, rough MEP, insulation, final).
- 09 Request final inspection upon project completion.
- 10 Receive Certificate of Occupancy (issued only for permits issued after 2008).
Typical processing time: Processing time not publicly specified; contact the Planning & Building Department for current timelines.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Effective 2020
Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Valuation-based: residential heated structures at $75/sq ft, residential unheated structures at $30/sq ft, commercial at contract amount. Exact percentage applied to valuation not published; contact department.
02
Penalty (no permit)
Double the permit fee if construction begins before a permit is obtained
Payment due upon permit application submission.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective 2020) before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- 601-928-2810 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- Not publicly specified; contact the Planning & Building Department.
- Inspection hours
- Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (closed 12:00–1:00 PM for lunch)
- Time windows
- Not publicly specified.
Typical sequence: Typical sequence for residential: foundation/footing, framing, rough MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing), insulation, final. Commercial projects may require additional inspections including fire-rated assemblies and egress compliance.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about unincorporated Stone County permits
01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Stone County, MS? ▸
A building permit is required for all structures exceeding 200 square feet in unincorporated Stone County. Structures 200 sq ft or less do not require a permit.
02 How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Stone County, MS? ▸
Building permit fees in unincorporated Stone County, MS are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based: residential heated structures at $75/sq ft, residential unheated structures at $30/sq ft, commercial at contract amount. Exact percentage applied to valuation not published; contact department..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Stone County, MS? ▸
To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Stone County, MS, follow these steps: 1. Download or obtain a permit application packet from the Planning & Building Department (in-person, by mail, or from the county website). 2. Complete the application with owner information, property description, project scope, and construction details. 3. Prepare supporting documentation: site plan or survey showing setbacks and structure location; construction drawings (required for commercial, encouraged for residential); E-911 address application if a new address is needed; contractor MSBOC license number if applicable. 4. Submit completed application in-person at 311 Court Street, Suite C, Wiggins, MS 39577. 5. Pay permit fee based on construction valuation (residential: $75/sq ft heated, $30/sq ft unheated; commercial: based on contract amount). 6. Permit is issued; post permit on job site before work begins. 7. Schedule required inspections by contacting the Building Department at 601-928-2810. 8. Pass all required inspections (foundation/footing, framing, rough MEP, insulation, final). 9. Request final inspection upon project completion. 10. Receive Certificate of Occupancy (issued only for permits issued after 2008).
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Stone County, MS? ▸
Building permit processing times in unincorporated Stone County, MS typically run Processing time not publicly specified; contact the Planning & Building Department for current timelines.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Stone County, MS? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in unincorporated Stone County, MS. The following work is generally exempt: Structures 200 square feet or less do not require a building permit. Note: Confirm with the Planning & Building Department before proceeding with exempt work. Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning or other regulatory requirements. Stone County has no zoning ordinances for unincorporated areas, but development is governed by the building code, subdivision regulations, and flood damage prevention ordinance. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Stone County, MS? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Stone County, MS via: 601-928-2810. Not publicly specified; contact the Planning & Building Department..
last verified April 2026
source Stone County Planning & Building Department ↗
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Stone County Planning & Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.