Planning and Development Services
The mission of Planning and Development Services is to provide for orderly and controlled growth for its citizenry and to provide superior customer service in matters relating to development. We constantly strive to ensure that all codes, ordinances and other regulations are met for the health, safety and well-being of Foley citizens.
Planning and Development Services deals with day-to-day as well as long-range planning. We serve the Planning Commission, the Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals, the Construction Board of Adjustment and Appeals, the Historic Commission, the Mayor and City Council, and the citizens of Foley.
Planning and Development Services
120 S McKenzie Street
Foley, AL 36535
251-952-4011 (Phone)
251-943-6903 (Fax)
Foley Community Development
Staff & Contact Information
Miriam Boone
Planning Director
mboone@cityoffoley.org
PLANNING & ZONING STAFF
Eden Lapham
Planner I
elapham@cityoffoley.org
Melissa Ringler
Planning & Zoning Coordinator
mringler@cityoffoley.org
Amanda Cole
Planning & Zoning Assistant
acole@cityoffoley.org
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
Fee Schedule
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.
HISTORIC DISTRICT INFORMATION
CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS & FAÇADE IMPROVEMENT INCENTIVE GRANT APPLICATIONS
For questions, contact:
Nathan Smith, Building Inspector
nsmith@cityoffoley.org
HISTORICAL COMMISSION MEETING INFORMATION:
For questions, contact:
Melissa Ringler, Planning & Zoning Coordinator
mringler@cityoffoley.org
GENERAL INFORMATION:
The Foley Historical Commission was established to oversee the Local Downtown Historic District. The duties of the commission include approving changes to the façade of buildings within the district and recommending additional properties to the City Council that demonstrate the historical significance for inclusion.
If your building is located within the Historic District and you need to make a change to the exterior, please fill out the Application for a Certificate of Appropriateness below and return it to Community Development. Staff is available to answer any questions you might have. Certain routine maintenance and other improvements may be approved by staff. Other more involved changes will be considered at a regularly scheduled meeting of the Foley Historical Commission.
The Façade Improvement Incentive Grant is also available in the National Register Historic District and the Main Street District. Please see map below to identify your property.
LINKS:
Local Downtown Historic District and National Register Historic District Map
Main Street District Map
Foley Downtown Historic District Design Guidelines
Façade Grant Guidelines
2026 Meeting Schedule
Ordinance 1197-12
Detailed instructions for applying via Citizenserve (HC Application Instructions)
Applications for Certificate of Appropriateness and Facade Improvement Incentive Grant can be found on our online portal (Citizenserve) under “Planning & Zoning Applications.”
All Planning and Zoning, Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment and Appeals applications can be found on our online portal (Citizenserve).
Planning Commission
2026 Planning Commission deadline schedule
Board of Adjustment and Appeals
Board of Adjustment and Appeals deadline schedule 2025
Board of Adjustment and Appeals deadline schedule 2026
Resources
Zoning Ordinance of the City of Foley
Comprehensive Land Use/Growth Plan
Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Annual Report
Roadway System Report
Foley Forward Plan
Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan
Subdivision Regulations
Temporary Development Moratorium
How do I determine my zoning district?
GIS Zoning Map
To determine the zoning district, confirmation of your location – such as a tax parcel identification number, for example – is needed.
What is allowed in a particular zoning district? What am I allowed to build?
The allowed uses vary depending on your zoning district. The Zoning Ordinance contains uses allowed, setbacks, area requirements and other information relating to the zoning district.
What size sign am I permitted to have?
Signage is determined by zoning district, which is based on your physical location. The Zoning Ordinance contains Sign Regulations.
What is needed to subdivide my property?
It varies based on the type of subdivision requested. The Subdivision Regulations contain information related to the process and requirements. The Engineering Department can answer specific questions regarding which application is appropriate. Planning Commission applications and deadline schedules are available on the website.