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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for LaFollette
The city application covers new residential, commercial, addition, repair, accessory structure, demolition, moving, gas/mechanical, plumbing, and other work; state residential permits are also required for one- and two-family/townhouse work in LaFollette
No city exemption list for building work was located on the public pages
State residential permit exemption for detached garages, sheds, barns, and other detached structures used for living purposes not required applies to the state program
City-specific exemption rules should be confirmed with the Codes Department
- Exempt No city exemption list for building work was located on the public pages
- Exempt State residential permit exemption for detached garages, sheds, barns, and other detached structures used for living purposes not required applies to the state program
- Exempt City-specific exemption rules should be confirmed with the Codes Department
Required documents
- Two site plans and one construction plan for residential, two of each for commercial, contractor license information, workman's comp certificate, tax map and parcel data, flood plain and grading information if applicable
- Building code
- Local city building code exists through the Codes Department; the public form does not state the code edition in the snippet located
- Permit validity
- The public application states the permit expires after 180 days if work has not commenced or if abandoned or suspended for 180 days after commencement
- Owner-builder
- Not located publicly
- Contractor requirements
- The application asks for contractor license number and expiration date and workman's compensation certificate status; Tennessee contractor licensing rules also apply
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Not publicly stated
- 01 Confirm zoning and determine whether the project needs a city building permit, state residential permit, or both.
- 02 Complete the LaFollette building permit application and gather the required site and construction plans.
- 03 Submit the application to the Codes Department for zoning review and building safety review.
- 04 Pay the applicable building permit fee and plan review fee.
- 05 Obtain the issued permit before starting work.
- 06 Schedule inspections through the city Codes Department as work progresses.
Typical processing time: Not publicly stated
§ 04
Fee schedule
LaFollette building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
Not publicly visible in the source snippet located
02
Plan check fee
Present on the application, but the amount table was not visible in the public snippet
03
Permit fee formula
Building permit fee and plan review fee are shown on the application as city-assessed fees; the exact public fee table was not retrievable in the snippets located
04
Reinspection fee
Not publicly located
City Clerk handles other permits and licenses; building permit payment details were not publicly visible in the sources located
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Not publicly located (phone)
- Inspection hours
- City office hours are listed on the contact page; Codes Department phone is public
- Time windows
- City office hours are listed on the contact page; Codes Department phone is public
Typical sequence: Zoning review, building safety review, permit issuance, inspections during construction, final certificate if applicable
Not publicly located
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about LaFollette permits
01 Do I need a building permit in LaFollette, TN? ▸
The city application covers new residential, commercial, addition, repair, accessory structure, demolition, moving, gas/mechanical, plumbing, and other work; state residential permits are also required for one- and two-family/townhouse work in LaFollette
02 How much does a building permit cost in LaFollette, TN? ▸
Building permit fees in LaFollette, TN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Not publicly visible in the source snippet located. Fees are calculated as: Building permit fee and plan review fee are shown on the application as city-assessed fees; the exact public fee table was not retrievable in the snippets located. Plan check fee: Present on the application, but the amount table was not visible in the public snippet.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in LaFollette, TN? ▸
To apply for a building permit in LaFollette, TN, follow these steps: 1. Confirm zoning and determine whether the project needs a city building permit, state residential permit, or both. 2. Complete the LaFollette building permit application and gather the required site and construction plans. 3. Submit the application to the Codes Department for zoning review and building safety review. 4. Pay the applicable building permit fee and plan review fee. 5. Obtain the issued permit before starting work. 6. Schedule inspections through the city Codes Department as work progresses.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in LaFollette, TN? ▸
Building permit processing times in LaFollette, TN typically run Not publicly stated. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in LaFollette, TN? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in LaFollette, TN. The following work is generally exempt: No city exemption list for building work was located on the public pages; State residential permit exemption for detached garages, sheds, barns, and other detached structures used for living purposes not required applies to the state program; City-specific exemption rules should be confirmed with the Codes Department. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in LaFollette, TN? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in LaFollette, TN via: Not publicly located.
last verified April 2026
source City of LaFollette Codes Department ↗
entry id permits/tennessee/campbell/lafollette
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of LaFollette Codes Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.