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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Wiggins
A building permit is required for new construction, additions, structural alterations, demolition, mechanical/electrical/plumbing installations, manufactured/mobile home placement, accessory structures above city threshold, and site improvements requiring grading or land disturbance.
Note: Exemption criteria not publicly specified. Contact the Land Code Administrator at 601-928-1522 for clarification on whether your project requires a permit.
Required documents
- Completed permit application
- Site plan showing property boundaries, structure location, and setbacks
- Architectural or engineering drawings (required for new construction and substantial renovations)
- Proof of property ownership or written owner authorization
- 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), plus City of Wiggins Land Development Code (LDC) for zoning and development standards.
- Permit validity
- Not publicly specified; contact the Land Code Administrator.
- Owner-builder
- Owner-builders may submit applications; contractor license requirements apply to residential construction over $50,000 and all commercial construction 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 Land Code Administrator for current timelines.
- 01 Contact the Land Code Administrator at 601-928-1522 or LCA@CityofWiggins.com to confirm permit requirements for the specific project.
- 02 Obtain a building permit application form from City Hall (117 First Street North) or the Land Code Administrator's office.
- 03 Complete the application with property owner information, project address, description of work, construction scope, and contractor information (including MSBOC license number for projects $50,000+).
- 04 Prepare supporting documentation: site plan showing property boundaries, structure location, and setbacks from zoning requirements; architectural or engineering drawings (typically required for new construction and substantial renovations); proof of property ownership or written owner authorization.
- 05 Submit completed application in-person at City Hall, 117 First Street North, Wiggins, MS 39577.
- 06 Pay permit fee (fee schedule maintained by the Land Code Administrator; see General Requirements section).
- 07 Permit is issued after application review and fee payment; post permit on job site.
- 08 Schedule and pass required inspections by contacting the Land Code Administrator at 601-928-1522.
- 09 Request final inspection upon project completion.
- 10 Receive Certificate of Occupancy.
Typical processing time: Processing time not publicly specified; contact the Land Code Administrator for current timelines.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Wiggins building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Fee schedule maintained by the Land Code Administrator; not publicly posted online. Contact John Prickett at 601-928-1522 or LCA@CityofWiggins.com for current fees.
Payment due upon permit application submission.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- 601-928-1522 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- Not publicly specified; contact the Land Code Administrator.
- Inspection hours
- Monday–Friday business hours (confirm with City Hall at 601-928-7221)
- Time windows
- Not publicly specified.
Typical sequence: Typical sequence under 2003 IBC/IRC: foundation/footing, framing, rough MEP, insulation, final inspection. Additional inspections may be required for commercial projects, fire-rated assemblies, egress compliance, and ADA access.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Wiggins permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Wiggins, MS? ▸
A building permit is required for new construction, additions, structural alterations, demolition, mechanical/electrical/plumbing installations, manufactured/mobile home placement, accessory structures above city threshold, and site improvements requiring grading or land disturbance.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Wiggins, MS? ▸
Building permit fees in Wiggins, MS are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Fee schedule maintained by the Land Code Administrator; not publicly posted online. Contact John Prickett at 601-928-1522 or LCA@CityofWiggins.com for current fees..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Wiggins, MS? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Wiggins, MS, follow these steps: 1. Contact the Land Code Administrator at 601-928-1522 or LCA@CityofWiggins.com to confirm permit requirements for the specific project. 2. Obtain a building permit application form from City Hall (117 First Street North) or the Land Code Administrator's office. 3. Complete the application with property owner information, project address, description of work, construction scope, and contractor information (including MSBOC license number for projects $50,000+). 4. Prepare supporting documentation: site plan showing property boundaries, structure location, and setbacks from zoning requirements; architectural or engineering drawings (typically required for new construction and substantial renovations); proof of property ownership or written owner authorization. 5. Submit completed application in-person at City Hall, 117 First Street North, Wiggins, MS 39577. 6. Pay permit fee (fee schedule maintained by the Land Code Administrator; see General Requirements section). 7. Permit is issued after application review and fee payment; post permit on job site. 8. Schedule and pass required inspections by contacting the Land Code Administrator at 601-928-1522. 9. Request final inspection upon project completion. 10. Receive Certificate of Occupancy.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Wiggins, MS? ▸
Building permit processing times in Wiggins, MS typically run Processing time not publicly specified; contact the Land Code Administrator for current timelines.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Wiggins, MS? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Wiggins, MS via: 601-928-1522. Not publicly specified; contact the Land Code Administrator..
last verified April 2026
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Wiggins, Planning and Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.