Jefferson County – ePermitJC Info

Welcome to the Jefferson County Online Permitting Portal

Jefferson County is pleased to offer its citizens, businesses, and visitors, access to improved government services online, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

After registering and creating a public user account, the online Accela ACA Citizen Access will allow the customers of Jefferson County to:

Research public information
Register as a Contractor
Apply for a permit or application (Environmental Services or Development Services)
Schedule inspection online
View and track the status of an application
Make secure online payments

Apply On-Line

To use ALL services, you must register and create a user account.

Property Development

A permit from Jefferson County is required for all new construction, alterations, and repairs in unincorporated areas. In addition, An Erosion and Sediment Control Permit (ESC) Permit is also required for any land-disturbing activity and can be applied for online through the Planning section of the Accela ACA Citizen Access portal.
Sanitary Sewer or Septic Tank approval is required for all new construction and mobile home placements.

Determining Your Property Jurisdiction

Before starting any construction, requesting services, or filing a complaint, determine your property’s jurisdiction. In Jefferson County, a property may be within a city/town (incorporated) or in unincorporated County. Laws and procedures vary by jurisdiction, so confirm whether your property is in Unincorporated Jefferson County before beginning your project.

You can use the CAPture system or the Jefferson County Tax Assessor Map to help you determine in which jurisdiction the property is located.

For additional assistance, please select a department below to view contact details, office hours, and service information.