Building permits in Tennessee
Who issues permits for a house, garage, shed, deck, or addition.
Tennessee building code and construction permits
Tennessee adopts statewide building and residential codes through the State Fire Marshal. Cities and counties that have taken on enforcement issue the permit, and the state Codes Enforcement section covers the rest.
About building permits
Start with the building or permitting office for the property location. Its published instructions explain applications, inspections, and which office handles the project. City and county responsibilities vary.