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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Webster County
New residential or commercial construction, additions or structural modifications, electrical/plumbing/HVAC/mechanical system installations or modifications, demolition, structures of 100 sq ft or larger.
- Exempt Agricultural buildings (subject to Mississippi Code § 17-2-7 affidavit filing)
- Exempt Fences
- Exempt Small accessory structures below county threshold
Note: Agricultural building exemption does not apply to floodplain management ordinances. If the property is in a FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA), full floodplain compliance is mandatory regardless of agricultural use.
- Completed permit application
- Property record card from Tax Assessor's office
- Copy of the property deed
- Confirmed physical/911 address of the property
- Site plan (8.5 x 11) showing parcel boundaries, setbacks, and all existing structures
- Floor plan or construction drawings of the proposed structure
- Septic permit receipt (if applicable)
- Building code
- Specific adopted building code edition not publicly confirmed. Contact the Board of Supervisors at (662) 258-4331 to confirm current code edition in effect for unincorporated areas.
- Permit validity
- Contact county for permit validity periods.
- Contractor requirements
- Contractors must hold a valid Mississippi State Board of Contractors (MSBOC) license for projects meeting specified value thresholds.
Application process
Typical processing: Varies by project complexity; contact county for estimate.
- 01 Obtain a physical address from the Webster County E911 office through the Board of Supervisors at (662) 258-4331.
- 02 Obtain septic permit receipt from the Webster County Health Department at (662) 258-3761 if a new onsite wastewater system is required.
- 03 Assemble required documents: property record card from Tax Assessor, property deed, confirmed 911 address, site plan (8.5 x 11), and construction drawings.
- 04 Submit application in person at the county office (6333 MS Hwy 9, Walthall) with all required documents.
- 05 Pay applicable fees at time of application.
- 06 Receive permit and post on construction site during construction.
- 07 Schedule required inspections through the county office at key construction phases.
- 08 Obtain final approval upon satisfactory final inspection.
Typical processing time: Varies by project complexity; contact county for estimate.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- (662) 258-4331 (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Typical sequence: Standard inspection stages for unincorporated Webster County typically include: Foundation inspection (after footings/slab preparation and before concrete pour), Framing/Rough-in inspection (structural framing complete; electrical, plumbing, HVAC rough-in visible and accessible), Final inspection (all work complete, all systems operational, site cleared of construction debris). Confirm specific stage requirements with the county permitting office upon permit issuance.
Frequently asked
Common questions about unincorporated Webster County permits
01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Webster County, MS? ▸
02 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Webster County, MS? ▸
03 How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Webster County, MS? ▸
04 What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Webster County, MS? ▸
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Webster County, MS? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Webster County Board of Supervisors before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.