The City of Gulf Shores Building Department serves multiple purposes within the City. This department issues all building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing permits for all construction, including new, additions, repairs, and alterations. By doing so, we help ensure the construction is built to the adopted building codes.

This department is also delegated by the Alabama Department of Environmental Management to enforce the Division 8, Coastal Regulations. We monitor the beach for construction activities, and ensure everyone along the beach front is in compliance with these regulations. The Building Department is also responsible for administering the requirements of the National Flood Insurance Program for the City. We ensure all new structures and existing structures remain in compliance with the City’s Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance. This ensures the citizens get the best flood rates available to our area. If you have any questions regarding building permitting, coastal activities, or questions regarding your Flood Insurance, we are here to assist you.