How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Tippah County, MS?

Typical processing time is Not specified; contact Board of Supervisors for timeline.

What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Tippah County, MS?

The following work is generally exempt: Farm structures exempt from state building code provisions under Mississippi Code § 17-2-7, except for structures in designated flood hazard areas (NFIP requirement applies). Note: Agricultural exemptions do not apply to structures in FEMA Special Flood Hazard Areas (NFIP requirement applies). Unincorporated Tippah County has no county-wide zoning, so zoning restrictions do not apply outside designated flood areas.

How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Tippah County, MS?

Inspections can be scheduled via: (662) 837-3655.

County Building Permits

Tippah County, MS - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in unincorporated Tippah County, Mississippi. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Mississippi Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Unincorporated areas of Tippah County, Mississippi. County has no county-wide zoning ordinance for unincorporated areas.

Department: Tippah County Board of Supervisors
Address: 101 East Spring Street, 2nd Floor, Ripley, MS 38663
Phone: (662) 837-3655

Application Process

Confirm the property is in unincorporated Tippah County (not within a city or town's limits) by contacting the Tax Assessor/Collector or Chancery Clerk
Contact the Tippah County Board of Supervisors office at (662) 837-3655 for permit application forms applicable to your project type
Submit application with site plan, property description, and project scope to the Board of Supervisors office or Chancery Clerk
Pay applicable permit fees upon approval
Obtain permit before commencing construction
Schedule any required inspections through the county

Typical processing time: Not specified; contact Board of Supervisors for timeline

General Requirements

Permit triggers per Mississippi Code § 17-2 baseline: new residential and commercial construction, substantial renovation or enlargement, septic/onsite wastewater system installation (MSDH permit required separately), and any development within a FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area.

Required Documents

Completed permit application
Site plan
Property description
Project scope information

Permit validity: Not specified; contact Board of Supervisors for validity period
Building code: Tippah County has not adopted a comprehensive county-wide building code ordinance for unincorporated areas. Mississippi Code § 17-2-5 permits but does not mandate that county boards of supervisors adopt minimum building codes. Confirm directly with Board of Supervisors at (662) 837-3655 whether any code edition has been adopted.
Contractor requirements: Not specified; contact Board of Supervisors

Fees

Payment note: Contact Board of Supervisors at (662) 837-3655 or Chancery Clerk at (662) 837-7374 for current permit fee information.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Farm structures exempt from state building code provisions under Mississippi Code § 17-2-7, except for structures in designated flood hazard areas (NFIP requirement applies)

Important: Agricultural exemptions do not apply to structures in FEMA Special Flood Hazard Areas (NFIP requirement applies). Unincorporated Tippah County has no county-wide zoning, so zoning restrictions do not apply outside designated flood areas.

Inspections

How to Schedule

(662) 837-3655 (phone)

Typical inspection sequence: Inspection requirements for unincorporated Tippah County not specified in publicly available sources. Contact Board of Supervisors at (662) 837-3655 to confirm whether county-level building inspections are conducted and required inspection stages.

Additional Resources

Building code: Tippah County has not adopted a comprehensive county-wide building code ordinance for unincorporated areas. Mississippi Code § 17-2-5 permits but does not mandate that county boards of supervisors adopt minimum building codes. Confirm directly with Board of Supervisors at (662) 837-3655 whether any code edition has been adopted.
Verify contractor license: Mississippi Contractor License Verification
FEMA Flood Map Service Center
Mississippi DEQ Flood Mapping Viewer
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 Tippah County Board of Supervisors before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tippah County Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Tippah County, MS?: Permit triggers per Mississippi Code § 17-2 baseline: new residential and commercial construction, substantial renovation or enlargement, septic/onsite wastewater system installation (MSDH permit required separately), and any development within a FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area.
How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Tippah County, MS?: 1. Confirm the property is in unincorporated Tippah County (not within a city or town's limits) by contacting the Tax Assessor/Collector or Chancery Clerk 2. Contact the Tippah County Board of Supervisors office at (662) 837-3655 for permit application forms applicable to your project type 3. Submit application with site plan, property description, and project scope to the Board of Supervisors office or Chancery Clerk 4. Pay applicable permit fees upon approval 5. Obtain permit before commencing construction 6. Schedule any required inspections through the county
How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Tippah County, MS?: Typical processing time is Not specified; contact Board of Supervisors for timeline.
What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Tippah County, MS?: The following work is generally exempt: Farm structures exempt from state building code provisions under Mississippi Code § 17-2-7, except for structures in designated flood hazard areas (NFIP requirement applies). Note: Agricultural exemptions do not apply to structures in FEMA Special Flood Hazard Areas (NFIP requirement applies). Unincorporated Tippah County has no county-wide zoning, so zoning restrictions do not apply outside designated flood areas.
How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Tippah County, MS?: Inspections can be scheduled via: (662) 837-3655.

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