How do I apply for a building permit in Village of Nashville, MI?

1. County zoning office handles the village zoning side; village notice directs new building requests to Barry County for building permits

City Building Permits

Village of Nashville, MI - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Village of Nashville, Michigan. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Michigan Barry County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Village of Nashville; as of March 1, 2024 the village is under Barry County Planning and Zoning

Department: Barry County Planning and Zoning
Address: 203 N Main Street, PO Box 587, Nashville, MI 49073
Phone: 269-945-1290 for county planning and zoning
Website: https://nashvillemi.us/barry-county-planning-and-zoning/

Application Process

County zoning office handles the village zoning side; village notice directs new building requests to Barry County for building permits

Source: Barry County Planning and Zoning

General Requirements

Village development and building requests are routed through Barry County

Building code: Michigan 2021 Building Code current on the state code page

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Barry County Planning and Zoning to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Inspection hours: Village office hours are Monday through Thursday 8:30 am to 4:00 pm

Additional Resources

Building code: Michigan 2021 Building Code current on the state code page
Zoning information: View zoning info
2026 fee schedule
Barry County home improvement program
License lookup guide: Michigan Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Michigan Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Michigan hub: Michigan Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Barry County Planning and Zoning before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Village of Nashville Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Village of Nashville, MI?: Village development and building requests are routed through Barry County
How do I apply for a building permit in Village of Nashville, MI?: 1. County zoning office handles the village zoning side; village notice directs new building requests to Barry County for building permits

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