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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Gassaway
Before soil disturbance for construction. The county code materials focus on new construction and additions over 30 square feet.
Manufactured and modular homes are factory-inspected and do not require a residential building permit, though impact fees still apply.
Ordinary renovations are not covered by the county residential code described in the FAQ.
The county permit is not a grading or fill approval, floodplain determination, septic or sewer permit, electrical permit, or zoning approval.
- Exempt Manufactured and modular homes are factory-inspected and do not require a residential building permit, though impact fees still apply.
- Exempt Ordinary renovations are not covered by the county residential code described in the FAQ.
- Exempt The county permit is not a grading or fill approval, floodplain determination, septic or sewer permit, electrical permit, or zoning approval.
Required documents
- Map and parcel number, square footage, foundation type, estimated construction cost, and portal-required property data.
- Building code
- 2018 IRC and 2018 IECC per county FAQs.
- Permit validity
- Start within 180 days; expires on completion, at certificate of occupancy, or two years from issuance unless extended in writing.
- Owner-builder
- Owner may build one personal-use single residence every two years without a contractor license, subject to Tennessee limits on hired work.
- Contractor requirements
- Tennessee contractor licensing rules apply; verify at verify.tn.gov.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Inspection turnaround is within three working days of request, or one working day for footer inspections.
- 01 Confirm the parcel, zoning, and floodplain status for the Gassaway site.
- 02 Complete the county building permit application.
- 03 Submit online or in person at the county planning office.
- 04 Pay permit and impact fees.
- 05 Obtain permit approval.
- 06 Start work within 180 days.
- 07 Complete inspections and final approval before occupancy.
Typical processing time: Inspection turnaround is within three working days of request, or one working day for footer inspections.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Gassaway building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$200 for $0 to $5,000 estimated construction cost, or $300 with a non-monolithic slab
02
Plan check fee
No separate plan check fee was found in the reviewed public sources
03
Permit fee formula
Valuation-based
04
Reinspection fee
One free reinspection per permit; additional reinspections are $100 each
E-check or credit card accepted. Credit card fee is 3.5%. AFT and ZCF apply at $0.90 and $0.95 per square foot of heated space respectively.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Permit holder schedules with the Planning Department or through the online portal. (online)
- Inspection hours
- No public window or office-hours schedule for inspections was found. Timing standard is three working days after request, one working day for footer inspections.
- Time windows
- No public window or office-hours schedule for inspections was found. Timing standard is three working days after request, one working day for footer inspections.
Typical sequence: Foundation, rough-in/framing, plumbing and mechanical systems, and final inspection.
One free reinspection; later reinspection charges are $100 each.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Gassaway permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Gassaway, TN? ▸
Before soil disturbance for construction. The county code materials focus on new construction and additions over 30 square feet.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Gassaway, TN? ▸
Building permit fees in Gassaway, TN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $200 for $0 to $5,000 estimated construction cost, or $300 with a non-monolithic slab. Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based. Plan check fee: No separate plan check fee was found in the reviewed public sources.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Gassaway, TN? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Gassaway, TN, follow these steps: 1. Confirm the parcel, zoning, and floodplain status for the Gassaway site. 2. Complete the county building permit application. 3. Submit online or in person at the county planning office. 4. Pay permit and impact fees. 5. Obtain permit approval. 6. Start work within 180 days. 7. Complete inspections and final approval before occupancy.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Gassaway, TN? ▸
Building permit processing times in Gassaway, TN typically run Inspection turnaround is within three working days of request, or one working day for footer inspections.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Gassaway, TN? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Gassaway, TN. The following work is generally exempt: Manufactured and modular homes are factory-inspected and do not require a residential building permit, though impact fees still apply.; Ordinary renovations are not covered by the county residential code described in the FAQ.; The county permit is not a grading or fill approval, floodplain determination, septic or sewer permit, electrical permit, or zoning approval.. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Gassaway, TN? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Gassaway, TN via: Permit holder schedules with the Planning Department or through the online portal..
last verified April 2026
source Cannon County Planning Department ↗
entry id permits/tennessee/cannon/gassaway
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Cannon County Planning Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.