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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Stoneville (Unincorporated Community)
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.
Agricultural structures may be exempt; confirm with county Planning Department
Federal research campus (USDA ARS) structures on federal property are exempt from county jurisdiction
- Exempt Agricultural structures may be exempt; confirm with county Planning Department
- Exempt 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.
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
- 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.
- Permit validity
- Contact the Planning Department for permit validity terms.
- 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.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Processing time varies; contact the Planning Department for estimates on your specific project.
- 01 Contact the Washington County Planning, Zoning & Engineering Department at 662-334-2647 or visit 910 Courthouse Lane, Greenville.
- 02 Contact Roy Johnson (Planning Inspector) at 662-334-2647 or 662-820-8142 (cell) to initiate the application.
- 03 Provide contractor's material purchase certificate number or Taxpayer Identification Number.
- 04 Provide contractor's license or certificate of responsibility number (MSBOC) if applicable.
- 05 Provide site/project description and location details.
- 06 Submit required documents and pay applicable permit fees.
- 07 Upon approval, post permit on-site during construction.
- 08 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 ↗
§ 04
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
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 sequence: Inspection coordination handled by Washington County Planning, Zoning & Engineering Department.
§ 05
Frequently asked
Common questions about Stoneville (Unincorporated Community) permits
01 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.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Stoneville (Unincorporated Community), MS? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Stoneville (Unincorporated Community), MS, follow these steps: 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.
03 How long does it take to get a building permit in Stoneville (Unincorporated Community), MS? ▸
Building permit processing times in Stoneville (Unincorporated Community), MS typically run Processing time varies; contact the Planning Department for estimates on your specific project.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
04 What work is exempt from building permits in Stoneville (Unincorporated Community), MS? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit 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. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Stoneville (Unincorporated Community), MS? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Stoneville (Unincorporated Community), MS via: Roy Johnson, Planning Inspector: 662-334-2647 or 662-820-8142 (cell). Contact Planning Department to schedule..
last verified April 2026
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Washington County Planning, Zoning & Engineering Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.