The Baldwin County Building Department is responsible for the permitting and inspection of construction (including new construction, additions, alterations, repairs, remodeling, and demolitions) throughout the County's building permitting jurisdiction as required by the International Building Codes. The Building Department enforces the Building Codes and the County's Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance.

The County's building permit jurisdiction includes unincorporated areas of Baldwin County as well as the towns of Elberta, Magnolia Springs, and Perdido Beach. For properties located inside any city limits other than those towns listed above, the property owner or contractor should contact the specific city's building department office for permitting requirements and information. 
Click here for a list of municipalities inside Baldwin County and links to their websites.