The Engineering Department is responsible for administering Robertsdale’s Land Use Ordinance and Building Codes, as well as performing engineering services for city projects.
MARK FINCHER
BUILDING INSPECTOR, CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
Phone: (251) 947-2466markfincher@robertsdale.org
KATE WHALLEY
PERMIT CLERK, PLANNING COMMISSION SECRETARY
Phone: (251) 947-2466katewhalley@robertsdale.org
OBTAINING A BUILDING PERMIT
As the Building Department for the City of Robertsdale, we are committed to ensuring the quality of building construction within our jurisdiction. To assist in making the permitting and construction process more efficient, we have created the following information and guidelines. These resources aim to help you avoid common mistakes encountered by our department.
Permit Submission Process
All permit applications must be submitted using our online permitting system, CloudPermit. Once all required information is entered and/or uploaded, our department will review the submission. The applicant will be notified whether the permit is approved or if additional information is needed.
Please note that any missing information can delay the processing of your permit. A building permit will be released once the review is approved and payment has been received. The estimated review time varies according to the complexity of the project. On average, it takes seven to fourteen business days.
Payments can be made in person at City Hall, located at 22647 Racine St., Robertsdale, AL 36567, or by mail to PO Box 429, Robertsdale, AL 36567. Please note that online payments and payments over the phone are not available at this time.
GETTING STARTED WITH CLOUDPERMIT
Notice Regarding Building Permits
If your address is being rejected, it may be because it is not located within our building jurisdiction. Starting July 27, 2023, the City of Robertsdale will no longer issue building permits beyond our city limits.
To check if your property is within the Robertsdale city limits, please use the Baldwin County Parcel Viewer. Select “City Limits” in the filter options on the left side of the screen. You can search for your property by address or property PIN.
For properties located outside of the Robertsdale city limits, please contact the Baldwin County Building Department at 251-972-6837 for building permit inquiries.
Commercial Construction
All new construction and new addition commercial properties in Robertsdale are required to complete a Code Analysis Summary. The necessary form can be found in the resource links below.
Before a permit is issued, new construction for commercial properties may require Site Plan approval from the Robertsdale Planning Commission, as mandated by the Land Use Ordinance. All commercial properties must submit a site plan prepared in accordance with the Land Use Ordinance. This submission should include, but is not limited to a dimensioned site plan, a grading plan, and a landscape plan.
For more details, please refer to Article IX of the Robertsdale Land Use Ordinance.
Address Assignment & Verification
If you need to have an address assigned to a piece of property or verify an existing address, please contact Baldwin 911. We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring accurate address information for all properties within our city.
Forms
Homeowner's Exemption Affidavit
Helpful Resources
Address Request & Verification
Alabama Licensing Board for General Contractors
State of Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board
Table of Area & Dimensional Requirements
