How do I apply for a building permit in Village of Glendora, MS?

1. Contact the Mayor or Village Clerk by email or in-person visit. 2. Obtain a Building Permit Application form. 3. Complete with project description, property information, and estimated cost. 4. Submit to Village Hall for review. 5. Board of Aldermen or designated representative reviews the application. 6. Approval or deficiency notification is provided. 7. Permit fee is paid and permit is issued. 8. Inspections are conducted at required stages.

City Building Permits

Village of Glendora, MS - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Mississippi Tallahatchie County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated Village of Glendora, located in the western portion of Tallahatchie County near the Tallahatchie River with a population of 154 (2020 Census).

Department: Village of Glendora — Village Hall
Address: 78 Westbrook Street, Glendora, MS 38928
Email: aquariussimmons@glendorams.org
Website: https://glendorams.com

Application Process

Contact the Mayor or Village Clerk by email or in-person visit.
Obtain a Building Permit Application form.
Complete with project description, property information, and estimated cost.
Submit to Village Hall for review.
Board of Aldermen or designated representative reviews the application.
Approval or deficiency notification is provided.
Permit fee is paid and permit is issued.
Inspections are conducted at required stages.

Typical processing time: Not specified; contact Village Hall directly. Given the very small size of Glendora, the permitting process is likely handled on a case-by-case basis.

General Requirements

New construction, additions and substantial alterations, demolition, sign installation, and any construction in a FEMA-designated flood zone.

Required Documents

Building permit application
Project description
Property information
Estimated cost

Permit validity: Not specified; contact Village Hall.
Building code: Glendora has not publicly specified a building code. As a village of 154 residents, formal code enforcement may be minimal. Contact the Mayor or Clerk via email for any applicable requirements.
Owner-builder: Not specified; contact Village Hall.
Contractor requirements: Contractors must hold a valid Mississippi State Board of Contractors (MSBOC) license if contract value exceeds $50,000 (commercial/new residential) or $10,000 (residential remodeling).

Fees

Payment note: Not publicly available. Contact Village Hall via email for any applicable permit fees.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Village of Glendora — Village Hall to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Inspection hours: Monday–Friday, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Typical inspection sequence: Inspections (if required) would be coordinated through Village Hall. Given the village's limited capacity, inspection procedures should be confirmed directly with the Mayor or Clerk.

Additional Resources

Building code: Glendora has not publicly specified a building code. As a village of 154 residents, formal code enforcement may be minimal. Contact the Mayor or Clerk via email for any applicable requirements.
Verify contractor license: Mississippi State Board of Contractors License Lookup
Village of Glendora Official Website
Emmett Till Historic Intrepid Center (ETHIC) — Glendora
FEMA Flood Map Service Center
Mississippi Department of Archives and History — Historic Preservation
MDEQ Construction Stormwater Permits (1+ acres disturbance)
MSDH On-Site Wastewater (Septic) Permits
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 Village of Glendora — Village Hall before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Village of Glendora Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Village of Glendora, MS?: New construction, additions and substantial alterations, demolition, sign installation, and any construction in a FEMA-designated flood zone.
How do I apply for a building permit in Village of Glendora, MS?: 1. Contact the Mayor or Village Clerk by email or in-person visit. 2. Obtain a Building Permit Application form. 3. Complete with project description, property information, and estimated cost. 4. Submit to Village Hall for review. 5. Board of Aldermen or designated representative reviews the application. 6. Approval or deficiency notification is provided. 7. Permit fee is paid and permit is issued. 8. Inspections are conducted at required stages.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Village of Glendora, MS?: Typical processing time is Not specified; contact Village Hall directly. Given the very small size of Glendora, the permitting process is likely handled on a case-by-case basis..

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