Get AL Building Permit Application - City Of Birmingham 2021-2024

PPW Development Center - Garages, Sheds and Decks Yes, if they exceed 200 square feet in area a building permit is required.

When Do I Need a Building Permit? A building permit is required for any residential and Commercial structure in unincorporated Jefferson County, including additions, accessory buildings, etc.

What are the Building Permit Fees? Construction project permit fees are $9.50 per $1,000 of the total cost as described in the Technical Code. $1.00 per 1,000 for State of Alabama on Commercial Permits.

The State of Alabama also requires a license when the cost of materials and labor for the repair or replacement of a residential roof is $2,500.

Sheds. We do not require a permit for sheds less than 200 square feet in unincorporated Jefferson County.

Making any major changes that alter the footprint of your home or business requires a permit including additions, decks, certain fences, certain plumbing and electrical work.

If there is an existing primary residential dwelling on the property: Permits shall not be required for one-story detached accessory structures, provided that the floor area does not exceed 200 square feet (18.58 m2).

All plans must be submitted electronically. To apply for a building permit, complete the following steps: Complete a Building Permit Application via iPermits portal, and a upload Deed Restrictions Declaration Form (Individual or Business Entity). Pay the plan review deposit fee (25% of the total building permit fee).