City Building Permits
Village of Mantee, MS - 2026 Building Permit Guide
How to apply for a building permit in Village of Mantee, Mississippi. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.
Permit Authority
Incorporated limits of the Village of Mantee in Webster County. Population approximately 237–245 (2020 census; est. 2026). Mantee is an incorporated village with its own municipal government, but given its very small size, it likely does not maintain a dedicated building department. Permit functions are handled through the Mayor's office or village clerk.
- Department
- Mantee Village Hall
- Address
- P.O. Box 2348, Mantee, MS 39751
- Phone
- (662) 456-4571
Application Process
- Contact Village Hall at (662) 456-4571 to determine whether a building permit is required and obtain application materials.
- Prepare required documentation: completed permit application, site plan showing lot, setbacks, and existing/proposed structures, construction drawings as applicable, contractor license verification for MSBOC-threshold projects, septic permit receipt if applicable.
- Submit application with applicable fees to Village Hall.
- Receive permit upon approval.
- Schedule and complete required inspections.
- Obtain final approval upon satisfactory final inspection.
Typical processing time: Varies; contact Village Hall for estimate.
General Requirements
New building construction within village limits, structural additions or alterations to existing buildings, electrical/plumbing/HVAC and mechanical system installations, demolition.
Required Documents
- Completed permit application
- Site plan showing lot, setbacks, and existing/proposed structures
- Construction drawings as applicable
- Contractor license verification for MSBOC-threshold projects
- Septic permit receipt (if applicable)
- Permit validity
- Contact Village Hall for permit validity periods.
- Building code
- The specific building code edition adopted by Mantee is not publicly documented. As a Mississippi municipality, Mantee may adopt IBC/IRC editions at its discretion; given its very small population, it may rely on county guidance or may not have formally adopted a code. Contact Village Hall at (662) 456-4571 to confirm.
- Contractor requirements
- Contractors must hold a valid Mississippi State Board of Contractors (MSBOC) license for projects meeting specified value thresholds.
Fees
- Payment note
- No published fee schedule for Mantee building permits is available online. Contact Village Hall at (662) 456-4571 for current fee information. Fees are likely nominal given the village's very small population.
Work That Does NOT Require a Permit
Contact the Mantee Village Hall to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.
Inspections
How to Schedule
- (662) 456-4571 (phone)
Typical inspection sequence: Given Mantee's size (~237 residents), the village almost certainly does not employ a dedicated building inspector. Inspection services may be arranged through a contracted inspector or through Webster County. Confirm upon permit application. Standard phases: Foundation/Footing Inspection (before concrete pour), Framing/Rough-in Inspection (framing and MEP rough-in visible), Final Inspection (all work complete, systems operational).
Additional Resources
- Building code: The specific building code edition adopted by Mantee is not publicly documented. As a Mississippi municipality, Mantee may adopt IBC/IRC editions at its discretion; given its very small population, it may rely on county guidance or may not have formally adopted a code. Contact Village Hall at (662) 456-4571 to confirm.
- Verify contractor license: MSBOC License Lookup
- FEMA Flood Map Service Center
- Webster County Emergency Management
- 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 Mantee Village Hall before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Village of Mantee Building Permit FAQ
- Do I need a building permit in Village of Mantee, MS?
- New building construction within village limits, structural additions or alterations to existing buildings, electrical/plumbing/HVAC and mechanical system installations, demolition.
- How do I apply for a building permit in Village of Mantee, MS?
- 1. Contact Village Hall at (662) 456-4571 to determine whether a building permit is required and obtain application materials. 2. Prepare required documentation: completed permit application, site plan showing lot, setbacks, and existing/proposed structures, construction drawings as applicable, contractor license verification for MSBOC-threshold projects, septic permit receipt if applicable. 3. Submit application with applicable fees to Village Hall. 4. Receive permit upon approval. 5. Schedule and complete required inspections. 6. Obtain final approval upon satisfactory final inspection.
- How long does it take to get a building permit in Village of Mantee, MS?
- Typical processing time is Varies; contact Village Hall for estimate..
- What work is exempt from building permits in Village of Mantee, MS?
- The following work is generally exempt: Cosmetic interior work (painting, flooring, cabinet replacement); Minor repairs not affecting structural elements or systems. Note: Confirm exemptions with Village Hall before proceeding.
- How do I schedule a building inspection in Village of Mantee, MS?
- Inspections can be scheduled via: (662) 456-4571.
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