The City of Alexander City Building Department covers the City Limits for Inspections, however the Subdivision Regulations are enforced in the Police Jurisdiction.

Q: What do residential contracts require?
A: Residential contracts over $10,000 require State of Alabama home builders license.

Q: What do commercial contracts require?
A: Commercial contracts over $50,000 require State of Alabama general contractors license.

Q: What is required of plumbing contractors?
A: Plumbing contractors must have a State Plumbing Card and file proof of a general liability insurance policy.

Q: What is required of electrical contractors?
A: Electrical contractors must have a State Electrical Card and file proof of a general liability insurance policy.

All contractors and subcontractors are required to have City of Alexander City business license.

All permits are required before work is started.

Q: What Building Codes have the City adopted?

1997 Standard Building Code
1997 Plumbing Code
1997 Mechanical Code
1997 Gas Code
1996 National Electrical Code

Permit Requirements
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Mechanical Permit and Calculator (Microsoft Excel Required to use Calculator)

Home Builders Licensure Board
Licensing Board for General Contractors
Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board
Alabama Electrical Contractors Board
Board of Heating & Air Conditioning Contractors
Alexander City Zoning & Sign Ordinance
Plumbing Permit
Electrical Permit
Grease Control Ordinance