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Fayette County

County Website

Welcome to Fayette County

Fayette County is located in northwest Alabama at the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. Fayette County is home to nearly 17,000 residents and some of the state’s top-ranked schools. Large portions of the Sipsey River flow through the county, which creates several outdoor recreational opportunities. The county is also home to the Fayette Art Museum, which features folk art by local artists.

Core Services

Departments & Agencies

Small businesses often interact with counties on a departmental level. Access a list of county departments that oversee things from building regulations to utilities.

Economic Development

Access county and area business development resources including, incentives, incubator opportunities, and local demographics compiled by county agencies, the area chamber of commerce, or the area economic development authority.

Chamber of Commerce

Local chambers may serve one or several counties, but each offer a range of economic development resources from area advantages to leadership programs.

Contact Us

Find the main numbers for the Fayette County Courthouses and departmental emails.

Access Fayette County Resources

Local resource contact information for Fayette County's website, Small Business Development Center(s), Taxpayer Service Center(s), Business License office(s), and Chamber(s) of Commerce in your area here.

County Resources