What work is exempt from building permits in Stoneville (Unincorporated Community), MS?

The following work is generally exempt: Agricultural structures may be exempt; confirm with county Planning Department; Federal research campus (USDA ARS) structures on federal property are exempt from county jurisdiction. Note: Stoneville is in the Delta floodplain; FEMA flood zone verification is recommended. Some parcels may be federal property outside county permit authority.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Stoneville (Unincorporated Community), MS?

Inspections can be scheduled via: Roy Johnson, Planning Inspector: 662-334-2647 or 662-820-8142 (cell). Contact Planning Department to schedule..

City Building Permits

Stoneville (Unincorporated Community), MS - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Stoneville (Unincorporated Community), Mississippi. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Mississippi Washington County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Stoneville is a census-designated place and formerly incorporated community in northeastern Washington County. It has no municipal government; all permitting falls under Washington County jurisdiction.

Department: Washington County Planning, Zoning & Engineering Department
Address: 910 Courthouse Lane, Greenville, MS 38702
Phone: 662-334-2647
Email: rjohnson@co.washington.ms.us
Website: https://washingtoncounty.ms

Application Process

Contact the Washington County Planning, Zoning & Engineering Department at 662-334-2647 or visit 910 Courthouse Lane, Greenville.
Contact Roy Johnson (Planning Inspector) at 662-334-2647 or 662-820-8142 (cell) to initiate the application.
Provide contractor's material purchase certificate number or Taxpayer Identification Number.
Provide contractor's license or certificate of responsibility number (MSBOC) if applicable.
Provide site/project description and location details.
Submit required documents and pay applicable permit fees.
Upon approval, post permit on-site during construction.
Note: For federally-owned structures at the USDA ARS research facility, contact the facility directly as federal properties are subject to federal procurement and building requirements.

Typical processing time: Processing time varies; contact the Planning Department for estimates on your specific project.

Source: Washington County Planning, Zoning & Engineering Department

General Requirements

A permit is required for all new construction and significant alterations in unincorporated Washington County under Mississippi state law (Miss. Code Ann. § 19-5-91). Exception: Federal installations like the USDA ARS research facility operate under federal jurisdiction.

Required Documents

Completed permit application
Site/project description and location
Contractor's material purchase certificate number or Taxpayer Identification Number
Contractor's license or certificate of responsibility number (MSBOC) for applicable projects

Permit validity: Contact the Planning Department for permit validity terms.
Building code: Mississippi Building Codes Council has adopted the 2021 IBC/IRC as reference codes; Washington County's specific adoption status should be confirmed with the Planning Department.
Owner-builder: Owner-builders must comply with state permitting requirements.
Contractor requirements: MSBOC license required for commercial projects over $50,000 and residential new construction over $50,000.

Fees

Payment note: Contact the Planning, Zoning & Engineering Department at 662-334-2647 for current fee schedule. Fees are not published online.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Washington County Planning, Zoning & Engineering Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Roy Johnson, Planning Inspector: 662-334-2647 or 662-820-8142 (cell) (phone)

Scheduling deadline: Contact Planning Department to schedule.
Inspection hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Typical inspection sequence: Inspection coordination handled by Washington County Planning, Zoning & Engineering Department.

Additional Resources

Building code: Mississippi Building Codes Council has adopted the 2021 IBC/IRC as reference codes; Washington County's specific adoption status should be confirmed with the Planning Department.
Verify contractor license: MSBOC License Lookup
FEMA Flood Map Service Center
Washington County
USDA Jamie Whitten Delta States Research Center
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 Washington County Planning, Zoning & Engineering Department before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Stoneville (Unincorporated Community) Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Stoneville (Unincorporated Community), MS?: A permit is required for all new construction and significant alterations in unincorporated Washington County under Mississippi state law (Miss. Code Ann. § 19-5-91). Exception: Federal installations like the USDA ARS research facility operate under federal jurisdiction.
How do I apply for a building permit in Stoneville (Unincorporated Community), MS?: 1. Contact the Washington County Planning, Zoning & Engineering Department at 662-334-2647 or visit 910 Courthouse Lane, Greenville. 2. Contact Roy Johnson (Planning Inspector) at 662-334-2647 or 662-820-8142 (cell) to initiate the application. 3. Provide contractor's material purchase certificate number or Taxpayer Identification Number. 4. Provide contractor's license or certificate of responsibility number (MSBOC) if applicable. 5. Provide site/project description and location details. 6. Submit required documents and pay applicable permit fees. 7. Upon approval, post permit on-site during construction. 8. Note: For federally-owned structures at the USDA ARS research facility, contact the facility directly as federal properties are subject to federal procurement and building requirements.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Stoneville (Unincorporated Community), MS?: Typical processing time is Processing time varies; contact the Planning Department for estimates on your specific project..
What work is exempt from building permits in Stoneville (Unincorporated Community), MS?: The following work is generally exempt: Agricultural structures may be exempt; confirm with county Planning Department; Federal research campus (USDA ARS) structures on federal property are exempt from county jurisdiction. Note: Stoneville is in the Delta floodplain; FEMA flood zone verification is recommended. Some parcels may be federal property outside county permit authority.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Stoneville (Unincorporated Community), MS?: Inspections can be scheduled via: Roy Johnson, Planning Inspector: 662-334-2647 or 662-820-8142 (cell). Contact Planning Department to schedule..

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