city · Lee County · Alabama

Auburn, Alabama Building Permits & Zoning

Regulatory data for residential homebuilders and land developers

5.4

Friction Index Moderate Regulatory Environment

Permit Timeline

34 days

4-5 weeks

Total Fees Est.

$8,025

per residential lot

Impact Fees

$6,000

per lot

Permit Fee

$1,450

residential

Plan Review Fee

$575

per application

Delay Risk

23%

probability of delay

Zoning & Requirements

Permitting Requirements

Staffing & Operations

University town with strong housing demand. Staff experienced with high-volume permitting.

Recent Changes

Updated tree ordinance Q1 2026 — requires 25% canopy preservation for subdivisions.

Rezone Probability

73%

Permit Office Phone

Official Website

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