Mobile, AL Fence Regulations: Retaining Walls (2026)

Retaining walls that are not over four (4) feet (1219 mm) in height measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge or impounding class I, II or III-A liquids.d.Water tanks supported directly upon grade if the capacity does not exceed five thousand (5,000) gallons (18,927 L) and the ratio of height to diameter or width does not exceed 2 to 1.e.Sidewalks and driveways not more than thirty (30) inches (762 mm) above grade and not over any basement or story below and which are not part of an accessible route.f.Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting and similar finish work that are not part of a construction project where a permit is required.g.Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and scenery.h.Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agricultural purposes and not including service systems.i.Swings and other playground equipment accessory to one- and two-family dwellings.j.Movable cases, counters and partitions not over five feet nine inches (1753 mm) in height.(2)Building permit fee. The value of a permit shall be determined by the building valuation data published set forth in tables 1 (residential construction) and table 2 (commercial construction). The building construction valuation data shall be evaluated yearly and adjusted as deemed necessary by the city. Building permit fees shall be in accordance with the schedule that follows.