Building Department
The City of Foley Building Department is dedicated to ensuring safe, sustainable, and compliant construction
We are committed to serving our residents, businesses, and visitors by enforcing building codes and standards with integrity, professionalism, and efficiency. Through collaboration, education, and innovative solutions, we strive to support Foley’s development while preserving its unique character and fostering a resilient, thriving future for all.
Building Department
120 S. McKenzie Street
Foley, AL 36535
251-952-4011 (Phone)
251-943-6903 (Fax)
Foley Community Development
Staff & Contact Information
BUILDING/INSPECTIONS DIVISION
Patsy Benton
Permit Technician
pbenton@cityoffoley.org
Tiffany Schoen
Administrative Assistant
tschoen@cityoffoley.org
Dione Blalock
Administrative Assistant
dblalock@cityoffoley.org
Jonathan Cottis
Building Official
jcottis@cityoffoley.org
Gene Williamson
Building Plans Examiner
gwilliamson@cityoffoley.org
Nathan Smith
Building Inspector
nsmith@cityoffoley.org
Doug Hayes, CFM
Building Inspector
dhayes@cityoffoley.org
Adopted Codes
2024 Building Code Ordinance
Permit Fees
The City of Foley Building Department will implement updated permit fees, effective March 1st, 2026. Any permit application submitted on or after this date will be subject to the new fee schedule; applications submitted prior to March 1st, 2026, will be processed under the previous fee schedule. The new fee schedule will be accessible on the City’s official website and in person at City Hall, the Planning and Development Services building located at 120 S McKenzie Street, and the City of Foley Public Library. For inquiries, please contact the Building Department at 251-952-4011.
Impact Fees
Impact Fee Ordinance
Online Portal
Citizenserve
City of Foley Contact List for Developers/Contractors
What will the permit cost be?
The Inspections Division follows a pre-determined fee schedule. See Fee Schedule above for your permit type.
How long will it take to process the application?
The time frame varies according to complexity of the project. On average it is seven to ten days. You will be notified by email when your permit is ready to be printed. It can be foundin your Citizenserve account on the documents page.
How much time is needed to schedule an inspection?
We prefer at least a 24-hour notice for scheduling inspections.
- Enforce Adherence to Adopted Building Codes and Ordinances
- Enforce State Law pertaining to design and licensing
- Manage the City’s Critical
Floodplain - Manage the execution of the City’s Facade Grant Program