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Building Department
The Building Department issues building permits and is responsible for inspecting all commercial and residential construction within the city limits. Our purpose is not only to safeguard life, health, and property, and to promote the public welfare, but also through dialogue and enforcement to make Pelham a better place to reside and to locate your business.
Plan Submittals
All building plan submittals may be dropped off on the 2nd floor of the Pelham Water Works building, located at 3111 Cummings Street. Please make sure you include all required documents.
Permit Fees & Payments
Permit fees will change, effective April 1, 2021. Read the revised City of Pelham Schedule of Fees (PDF) Payments may be made via mail or hone by dialing 205-620-6480.
Inspections
The City of Pelham’s Building Department conducts inspections Monday-Friday between the hours of 6:30a.m.-10:30a.m. and 12:00p.m.-3:30p.m. The inspector will call you at the number provided if there are any concerns or deficiencies.
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Applications & Permits
View the requirements for obtaining a residential or commercial permit.
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Comprehensive Plan
The Pelham City Council adopted a Comprehensive Plan for the the City on March 17, 2003. This plan will serve as a guide for future development.
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FAQs
Find frequently asked questions and answers from the Building Department.
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Flood Insurance: PRP Eligibility Extension (PDF)
View and download frequently asked questions about the Preferred Risk Policy Eligibility Extension insurance rating option.
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Food Trucks
Read the requirements for operating a food truck in the City of Pelham
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MS4 Stormwater Program
The City of Pelham’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) is required, under the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), to eliminate the discharge of storm water pollutants from the MS4 to the maximum extent practicable.
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Planning & Zoning
All zoning requests are first presented to the Planning Commission and the commission makes a recommendation to the Pelham City Council.
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Sign Ordinance
The City of Pelham Sign Ordinance requires the issuance of a permit to erect, change or alter any type sign.