Franklin, TN

Building and Neighborhood Services

How permitting works in Tennessee

Tennessee cities can choose to run their own building departments. If a city does so, it is the primary AHJ; if the city chooses not to, the state government takes over the role, issuing permits and performing inspections for all construction in that city.

Locals can opt-out; State Fire Marshal then permits.

Contact Information

Office Hours
Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with permit applications being accepted until 4:30 p.m.