How much does a building permit cost in Woodbury, TN?

The minimum permit fee is $200 for estimated construction cost $0 to $5,000, or $300 if the permit includes a slab other than a monolithic pour. Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based on estimated construction cost. Plan check fee: No separate plan check fee was found in the public sources reviewed.

How do I apply for a building permit in Woodbury, TN?

1. Confirm zoning, parcel number, and floodplain status for the site. 2. Prepare the building permit application and, for Woodbury sites, attach a site plan showing the structure location and setbacks. 3. Apply in person at the Cannon County Planning Department or submit online through iWorQ. 4. Pay the building permit fee and applicable impact fees. 5. Wait for plan review and permit issuance. 6. Start work within 180 days after issuance. 7. Request required inspections during construction and obtain final approval and occupancy clearance.

What work is exempt from building permits in Woodbury, TN?

The following work is generally exempt: Manufactured and modular homes are inspected at the factory and do not require a residential building permit, although impact fees still apply.; Ordinary renovations are not covered by the county residential code, which applies to new construction and additions over 30 square feet.; The county FAQ treats the building permit as separate from grading or fill approval, floodplain compliance, septic or sewer permitting, electrical permitting, and zoning approval..

How do I schedule a building inspection in Woodbury, TN?

Inspections can be scheduled via: The permit holder requests inspections, online or through the Planning Department..

City Building Permits

Woodbury, TN - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Woodbury, Tennessee. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Tennessee Cannon County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Tennessee's SFMO page lists Woodbury as one of the incorporated places that uses the state residential permit track, while the Cannon County Planning Department says Woodbury applications must include a site plan showing setbacks. Woodbury therefore has split routing: state residential permit administration plus county site plan/zoning review.

Department: Tennessee State Fire Marshal's Office, Fire Prevention Division, Residential Permits program; Cannon County Planning Department handles county site plan and zoning review for Woodbury applications
Address: State permit address not listed on the public residential permit page reviewed; county office: 200 W. Main St., Woodbury, TN 37190
Phone: State permit phone not listed on the public residential permit page reviewed; county office: (615) 563-5263
Email: State permit email not listed on the public residential permit page reviewed , county emails: David.Robinson@CannonCountyTN.gov , Luke.Bryant@CannonCountyTN.gov
Website: https://www.tn.gov/commerce/fire/residential-permits/fire-apply-for-a-residential-permit.html ; https://cannoncountytn.gov/planning-commission/

Online Permit Portal

Open Portal

Platform: iWorQ Systems • Account required: Yes • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

Confirm zoning, parcel number, and floodplain status for the site.
Prepare the building permit application and, for Woodbury sites, attach a site plan showing the structure location and setbacks.
Apply in person at the Cannon County Planning Department or submit online through iWorQ.
Pay the building permit fee and applicable impact fees.
Wait for plan review and permit issuance.
Start work within 180 days after issuance.
Request required inspections during construction and obtain final approval and occupancy clearance.

Typical processing time: Inspections must occur within three working days of request, except footer inspections which must occur within one working day. A specific plan review turnaround was not found in the public materials reviewed.

Source: Tennessee State Fire Marshal's Office, Fire Prevention Division, Residential Permits program; Cannon County Planning Department handles county site plan and zoning review for Woodbury applications

General Requirements

County FAQ says the residential building permit is required before disturbing soil for construction. The county FAQ also says the adopted code applies to new construction and additions over 30 square feet, not ordinary renovations.

Required Documents

Permit application, square footage, map and parcel number, foundation type, estimated construction cost, and for Woodbury applications a site plan. The county portal also requires zoning, parcel, and floodplain data.

Permit validity: Work must start within 180 days after issuance. The permit expires when the work is complete, upon issuance of certificate of occupancy, or two years after issuance, whichever occurs first, unless the inspector finds substantial progress and the Building Commissioner or designee grants a written exception.
Building code: 2018 International Residential Code and 2018 International Energy Conservation Code for residential code administration in the county materials reviewed.
Owner-builder: A property owner may construct one single residence for personal use once every two years without being a licensed contractor, so long as it is not for resale, lease, or rent. If hired work on the project is $25,000 or more, contractor licensing rules apply.
Contractor requirements: The county FAQ directs users to verify.tn.gov to confirm licensing. Work by contractors is subject to Tennessee contractor licensing rules.

Fees

Minimum permit fee: $200 for estimated construction cost $0 to $5,000, or $300 if the permit includes a slab other than a monolithic pour
Plan check fee: No separate plan check fee was found in the public sources reviewed
Permit fee formula: Valuation-based on estimated construction cost
Reinspection fee: One reinspection per permit is free; a second or subsequent reinspection costs $100 each
Payment note: Permit fee can be paid by e-check or credit card; credit card transactions add a 3.5% service charge, while e-check has no service charge. Impact fees include the ZCF at $0.95 per square foot of heated space and the AFT at $0.90 per square foot of heated space.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Tennessee State Fire Marshal's Office, Fire Prevention Division, Residential Permits program; Cannon County Planning Department handles county site plan and zoning review for Woodbury applications to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

The permit holder requests inspections, online or through the Planning Department. (online)

Inspection hours: No public inspection window was found. The county states inspections must occur within three working days of the request, except footer inspections within one working day.
Time windows: No public inspection window was found. The county states inspections must occur within three working days of the request, except footer inspections within one working day.

Typical inspection sequence: Foundation before pour, slab foundation if applicable, rough-in/framing, plumbing and mechanical systems, and final inspection prior to occupancy.

One free reinspection per permit; additional reinspections are $100 each.

Additional Resources

Building code: 2018 International Residential Code and 2018 International Energy Conservation Code for residential code administration in the county materials reviewed.
Zoning information: View zoning info
License lookup guide: Tennessee Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Tennessee Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Tennessee hub: Tennessee Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Tennessee State Fire Marshal's Office, Fire Prevention Division, Residential Permits program; Cannon County Planning Department handles county site plan and zoning review for Woodbury applications before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Woodbury Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Woodbury, TN?: County FAQ says the residential building permit is required before disturbing soil for construction. The county FAQ also says the adopted code applies to new construction and additions over 30 square feet, not ordinary renovations.
How much does a building permit cost in Woodbury, TN?: The minimum permit fee is $200 for estimated construction cost $0 to $5,000, or $300 if the permit includes a slab other than a monolithic pour. Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based on estimated construction cost. Plan check fee: No separate plan check fee was found in the public sources reviewed.
How do I apply for a building permit in Woodbury, TN?: 1. Confirm zoning, parcel number, and floodplain status for the site. 2. Prepare the building permit application and, for Woodbury sites, attach a site plan showing the structure location and setbacks. 3. Apply in person at the Cannon County Planning Department or submit online through iWorQ. 4. Pay the building permit fee and applicable impact fees. 5. Wait for plan review and permit issuance. 6. Start work within 180 days after issuance. 7. Request required inspections during construction and obtain final approval and occupancy clearance.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Woodbury, TN?: Typical processing time is Inspections must occur within three working days of request, except footer inspections which must occur within one working day. A specific plan review turnaround was not found in the public materials reviewed..
What work is exempt from building permits in Woodbury, TN?: The following work is generally exempt: Manufactured and modular homes are inspected at the factory and do not require a residential building permit, although impact fees still apply.; Ordinary renovations are not covered by the county residential code, which applies to new construction and additions over 30 square feet.; The county FAQ treats the building permit as separate from grading or fill approval, floodplain compliance, septic or sewer permitting, electrical permitting, and zoning approval..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Woodbury, TN?: Inspections can be scheduled via: The permit holder requests inspections, online or through the Planning Department..

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