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Exciting attractions are located on the island ranging from Fort Gaines to public golf and sugar white sands to the Audubon Bird Sanctuary. Come see us today! < Back Magnolia Park Pedestrian park between the ferry landing and the Estuarium; picnic tables. Between the ferry landing and the Estuarium Website

Local Attractions When you visit Dauphin Island not only are you surrounded by beautiful beaches and warm waters, you are surrounded by choices! From nationally recognized attractions to outdoor activities and more, there are plenty of options to entertain all of your family and friends during your time here. See all the things to do surrounding Dauphin Island! Alabama Aquarium 251-861-7500 101 Bienville Blvd. Dauphin Island, AL 36528 https://www.disl.edu/aquarium Cedar Point Fishing Pier 251-873-4476 http://www.fishingpier.net/ Mobile Bay Ferry 251-861-3000 1606-B Bienville Blvd. Dauphin Island, AL 36528 http://www.mobilebayferry.com/schedule.html Alabama’s Coastal Connection Scenic Byway 877‐980‐8224 http://www.alabamascoastalconnection.com Bellingrath Gardens & Home 800-247-8420 12401 Bellingrath Gardens Rd. Theodore, AL 36582 http://www.Bellingrath.org Oakleigh Historic Complex 251‐432‐1281 300 Oakleigh Place Mobile, AL 36604 http://www.historicmobile.org Fort Morgan 251 540-5257 110 State Highway 180 West Fort Morgan, AL http://www.fortmorgan.org Fort Conde 251‐208‐7510 150 S. Royal St. Mobile, AL 36602 http://www.museumofmobile.com USS Alabama 251-433-2703 2703 Battleship Pkwy. Mobile, AL 36602 http://www.ussalabama.com/ Historic Fort Gaines 251-861-6992 51 Bienville Blvd. Dauphin Island, AL 36528 fort gaines internal link Audubon Bird Sanctuary 251-861-3607 109 Bienville Blvd. Dauphin Island, AL 36528 internal link Public Beach 251-861-3607 1551 Bienville Blvd. Dauphin Island, AL 36528 internal link Gulf Coast Exploreum 251‐208‐6873 65 Government St. Mobile, AL 36633 http://www.exploreum.com GulfQuest: National Maritime Museum 251‐436‐8901 http://www.gulfquest.org/ 5 Rivers Delta Center 251‐625‐0814 30645 Five Rivers Blvd. Spainish Fort, AL 36527 http://www.alabama5rivers.com Mobile Carnival Museum 251-432-3324 355 Government St. Mobile, AL 36602 http://www.mobilecarnivalmuseum.com Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism 1‐800‐745‐7263 http://www.gulfshores.com Mobile Bay Convention & Visitors Bureau 251-208-2000 150 S. Royal St. Mobile, AL 36602 http://www.mobile.org/

You’ll find plenty of choices when it comes to selecting accommodations for your stay here. Choose from lovely beach homes of all sizes, campgrounds, condo rentals and more. < Back Pass Chateau Properties, LLC Pass Chateau Harbor Homes offer spacious accomodations for the weekend fisherman or the weary cruiser! Its peaceful, secure location is within walking distance of restaurants and a local grocery / hardware store. It is located inside a gated community of 44 town-homes on the Dauphin Island Marina grounds. It is available for rent on a weekly basis to individuals or businesses. Memorial Day – Labor Day 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM Labor Day – Memorial Day 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday – Sunday (251) 861-2201 650 Lemoyne Dr, Dauphin Island, AL 36528, USA Website

Dauphin Island employs various boards and commissions to serve in the best interest of the town. Also, download various forms and documents. Planning Commission The objectives of the Planning Commission are to assist the Mayor and Town Council in the preparation, maintenance and implementation of plans, regulations and ordinances for the orderly development of the Town. The Planning Commission meets on the second Tuesday of each month in the Town Council Chambers of the Town Hall, 1011 Bienville Boulevard. Dauphin Island, Alabama 36528. The meetings are scheduled to begin at 5:00 PM unless a public hearing is scheduled or a special meeting is called by the Chairman. The Planning Commission consists of nine members, including the Mayor, one other member of the Town Council and an Administrative Official of the Town. These three members serve four-year terms corresponding to the term of the Mayor. The other six positions are filled by citizens who are appointed by the Mayor. Their term of office is six years. All members of the Planning Commission shall be full-time residents of Dauphin Island. All terms of office coincide with the fiscal year for the Town of Dauphin Island beginning the first of October and ending on the last day of September each year. Any vacancy in the commission membership caused by death, resignation or removal for cause shall be filled for the unexpired term by appointment of the Mayor except for a Council Member, whose unexpired term shall be filled by selection of the Council from among its remaining members. Any Commission Member absent for three consecutive meetings (excluding excused absences) shall be replaced. Planning Commission Members Mayor: Jeff Collier Council Rep: Suzanne Dumas Secretary: Wanda Sandagger Position 1: Neil Sass 2025-2031 Position 2: James "Mac" McLemore 2025-2031 Position 3: Charlie Gray 2021-2026 Position 4: Cindy Carrigan 2022-2027 Position 5: Tricia Kerr 2024-2030 Position 6: Rick Seybold 2026-2032 Monthly Meeting Schedule & Application Submission Deadline Dates Commission Forms and Documents Download forms here, and then fill them out. Please contact the town's building/permit department for further assistance regarding these documents. Planning Commission Application for Site Plan Review Site Plan Check List Planning Commission By-Laws Dune Protection Overlay District (DPOD) Requirements Survey & Site Plan Checklist for Dune Protection Overlay District Map - Dune Protection Overlay District Ordinance 96 Zoning Regulations Major & Minor Subdivison Review Requirements Application for Home Occupation Application for Site Plan Approval Authorization to Act as Applicant Application of Subdivision Plat Review Sign Permit Application Schedule of Fees Board of Adjustments The function of the Board of Adjustments is to provide an administrative appeal for any challenge of an action or decision of an official relating to the zoning ordinance. The administrative powers of the Board include deciding appeals where there is an alleged error, to grant special exceptions to the zoning ordinance and to authorize specific variances from the terms of the ordinance when an unnecessary hardship is proven. When a request for an appeal is received, the Secretary will schedule a public hearing for the fourth Monday of the month to hear the appeal. The meetings are scheduled to begin at 4:00 PM in the Town Council Chambers of the Town Hall, 1011 Bienville Boulevard, Dauphin Island, Alabama 36528 unless a special meeting is called by the Chairman and set for a different time. The Board of Adjustments consists of five regular members and two supernumerary members. The positions are filled by citizens who are appointed by the Mayor. Their term of office is three years. All members of the Board of Adjustments shall be full-time residents of Dauphin Island. All terms of office coincide with the fiscal year for the Town of Dauphin Island beginning the first of October and ending on the last day of September each year. Any vacancy in the Board’s membership caused by death, resignation or removal for cause shall be filled for the unexpired term by appointment of the Mayor. Board of Adjustments Members Board of Adjustments Forms and Documents Application for BOA Variance Chairperson Dena McKee Supernumerary Don Ladner Member Rich Coleberg Member Jeremy Tousinau Supernumerary Cynthia Freeman Member Charlie Gray Member Donna Broach Boards & Commissions

Exciting attractions are located on the island ranging from Fort Gaines to public golf and sugar white sands to the Audubon Bird Sanctuary. Come see us today! < Back Dauphin Island Campground Our 151-site campground features secluded pet-friendly beachfront on the Gulf, playground, campground store, free boat launches and much more. Surround yourself with family and friends in this prime location just a step away from the walking trails of the 155-acre Audubon Bird Sanctuary, Mobile Bay Ferry, Historic Fort Gaines, Alabama Aquarium, pedestrian fishing pier and jetties. Campground Amenities: 150 sites with power and water 75 of these with sewer Bathhouse / washers and dryers Campground store and playground Group pavilion with large barbeque grill 12-person fish-cleaning pavilion Bike rental, badminton, volleyball, shuffleboard and horseshoes (251) 861-2742 109 Bienville Blvd, Dauphin Island, AL 36528, USA Website

From original art to that special gift for a friend, family member or yourself, you’re sure to find a treasured keepsake on your next visit to Dauphin Island. < Back The Hippie Fish The Hippie Fish is the perfect first, second, third, twentieth stop during your Dauphin Island trip. But if you find yourself stuck at school, bombarded by work, or simply too far away for your toes to be in the sand - we are here for you. Providing quality hippie boutique clothing, shipped to you with a touch of salt air! (251) 656-5696 1814 Bienville Boulevard, Dauphin Island, AL, USA Facebook Website

You’ll find plenty of choices when it comes to selecting accommodations for your stay here. Choose from lovely beach homes of all sizes, campgrounds, condo rentals and more. < Back Gulf Breeze Motel This small, family-owned motel is located on the quiet Mississippi Sound, on the north side of the Island. Relax in our spacious motel rooms or in one of the two-bedroom suites with full kitchens. Enjoy the views of the Sound from the covered verandas. The motel is across the street from the public beach and close to restaurants and shops. The Gulf Breeze has non-smoking rooms, handicapped-access rooms and a few pet-friendly rooms. Our rates are reasonable, and our friendly staff is waiting to serve you. (251) 861-7344 1512 Cadillac Ave, Dauphin Island, AL 36528, USA Website

Exciting attractions are located on the island ranging from Fort Gaines to public golf and sugar white sands to the Audubon Bird Sanctuary. Come see us today! < Back Historic Fort Gaines Construction began in 1821 and was completed during the Civil War with additional batteries added in the Spanish-American conflict. It has been called one of the best preserved examples of 19th-century brick seacoast fortifications in the east. It was a key element in the battle of Mobile Bay, famous for Admiral Farragut's command "Damn the torpedoes – full speed ahead!" See actual cannons used in the battle, the huge anchor of Farragut's flag ship, tunnels, original blacksmith shop, bakery, latrine, Quartermaster building, Officer's Quarters building, museum and gift shop. Self-guided history brochure available at entrance. Renowned living history events including the colonial period are held throughout the year. Surround yourself with history at this unique fort located on the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. Completed in 1861, history is alive at this Battle of Mobile Bay site! Experience yesteryear through blacksmith demonstrations, living history events, and so much more. Discover the secrets of the Fort and you just might hear Admiral Farragut exclaim, “Damn the torpedoes, full speed ahead!” (251) 861-6992 51 Bienville Blvd, Dauphin Island, AL 36528, USA Website

From original art to that special gift for a friend, family member or yourself, you’re sure to find a treasured keepsake on your next visit to Dauphin Island. < Back The Silver Pearl We are an independently owned gift shop that has an eclectic mix of home decor, apparel, and local art! (251) 861-7375 1514 Bienville Blvd, Dauphin Island, AL 36528, USA Facebook Website

Find out about the latest news and events happening on Dauphin Island, from our car show to town council meetings and everything in between. Updates & Events Sunsets in the perfect setting - explore Dauphin Island Latest News Town Crier Newsletter Graveline Bay Marsh Restoration Project Special Meeting Latest Events Calendar of Events Planning Commission Meeting Council Meeting Full Calendar

Get a business license or permit for the Town of Dauphin Island. Business License Business Licenses are valid until December 31st. There is a grace period until January 31st, if a License is not renewed by then a 20% late fee will be added on to the license amount. Online Application Process for License This link is our portal: https://www4.citizenserve.com/dauphinisland Locate "Apply for a license" and fill out the online application and attach all required documents. Approval process starts once the completed application is submitted. Once approved you will be able to pay online through the portal, or call Wendy at 251-861-5525 X 223 to pay over the phone. Once paid for an issued copy of your license will be uploaded onto the portal under “View my License”. Permits All permits can be applied for on our portal or at Town Hall All “new build” permits are valid a year from the issuance date. For example, if the permit is issued on 5/1/22, the permit will expire 5/1/23. All other permits are valid for 6 months but can be extendedfor free (per the Building Official) once permit is expired. After the first extension we can extend it an additional time for a $75 fee. All building permits require a contract and materials/labor cost list. Renewal Process for License If you are a returning portal user, follow these steps: Go to: https://www4.citizenserve.com/dauphinisland Log in and go to services, business license, click "renew my license" on the left-hand side. Verify information, make changes as needed, upload required documents, enter gross receipts for Dauphin Island only, sign and submit. Your license will then get sent over to the building department, once approved you will be able to make a payment on the portal. Once your information is submitted, approved and then paid for, your license will be issued. After issued, you can print directly from the portal. If you did NOT use the portal last year, we will be happy to send you a renewal form that contains your username and password to set up an account. Please contact: wcrumley@townofdauphinisland.org or call 251-861-5525 x 223 *Please note: All rental licenses (STR and LTR) require a safety inspection to be submitted before a license will be issued. Please see our Rental Hub for details. https://www.townofdauphinisland.org/rentallicenses Business Licenses & Permits Back To Resources

The Town of Dauphin Island has been working hard on improving the the Island through these special projects. Mid-island Park project TOWN PROJECTS