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Louisville Building Department
The Louisville Building Department is dedicated to ensuring the safety, functionality, and sustainability of structures within our community. our mission is to provide exceptional service while enforcing building codes and regulations to promote safe construction practices and protect the health and welfare of residents and visitors. We are responsible for a variety of essential services, including:
Whether you're planning a new construction project, renovating an existing structure, or seeking assistance with zoning or code compliance, our knowledgeable staff is here to help guide you through the process. License Requirements
Mississippi State licensed contractors carrying an approved license from the Mississippi State Board of Contractors shall not be required to obtain a City of Louisville privilege. All residential, commercial, industrial, educational and places of worship contracted work over fifty thousand dollars ($50,000) shall have a State of Mississippi Board of Contractors license. Except for one and two family dwelling work all others over ten thousand dollars ($10,000) shall provide a Material Purchase Certificate from the Mississippi State Tax Association. All HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical work of any dollar amount shall be performed by a Mississippi State Board of Contractors licensed contractor per State law. |
PERMIT FEES
Sec. 2.2 Fees(a) 1. Base fee of twenty-five dollars ($25.00) 2. Base fee of fifty dollars ($50.00) if work is commenced prior to obtaining permit. (b) Permit Fees= Base Fee + Permit Fee 1. Building valuation up to fifty thousand dollars ($50,000.00), five dollars ($5.00) per thousand or fraction thereof; 2, Building valuation of fifty thousand and one dollars ($50,001.00) up to one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000.00), two hundred fifty dollars ($250.00) for the first fifty thousand dollars($50,000.00) and four dollars ($4.00) per each additional thousand or fraction thereof; 3. Building valuation of one hundred thousand and one dollars ($100,001.00) up to five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000.00), four hundred fifty dollars ($450.00) for the first one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000.00) and three dollars ($3.00) per each additional thousand or fraction thereof; 4. Building valuation of five hundred thousand and one dollar ($500,001.00) and up, one thousand six hundred and fifty dollars ( $1,650.00) for the first five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000.00) and two dollars ($2.00) per each additional thousand or fraction thereof. (c) 1. Reinspection fee of twenty five dollars Sec. 5. Penalties5.1 Any person violating any provision of this ordinance shall be fined upon conviction not less than twenty five dollars ($25.00), nor more than one hundred dollars ($100.00) and costs of court for each offense. Each day such violation continues shall constitute a separate offense. Click below to download a City of Louisville Building Permit Application
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