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City building permits

Hampton

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

Code adoption
Not clearly published on the county page.
Avg processing
Not clearly published
Min. permit fee
Not clearly published
Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Carter County Planning and Zoning

Street address
300 N. Main St., Elizabethton, TN 37643
Coverage
Hampton is treated here as part of the county permit system because no separate current Hampton, Tennessee building department or permit portal was located. Confirm whether the parcel is in a municipal boundary before relying on county routing.
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Hampton

Same county trigger language as unincorporated Carter County applies unless a separate municipal authority exists for the parcel.

Thin public data. No county exemption list was found on the cited public page.
  • Exempt Thin public data. No county exemption list was found on the cited public page.
Required documents
  • Property tax card, 911 address, septic permit or proof, driveway connection agreement, project square footage, number of stories, foundation type, and contractor license for non-owner permits.
Building code
Not clearly published on the county page.
Permit validity
Not clearly published
Owner-builder
The county source distinguishes homeowner permits from permits issued to others.
Contractor requirements
State contractor license required for permits issued to other than the homeowner.
§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Not clearly published

  1. 01
    Verify whether the property is inside a city or is unincorporated.
  2. 02
    Confirm zoning with Carter County Planning and Zoning.
  3. 03
    Assemble the county permit package and supporting records.
  4. 04
    Submit at the county planning office during permit hours.
  5. 05
    Obtain any related stormwater, driveway, septic, or address approvals.
  6. 06
    Receive the issued county permit before work starts.

Typical processing time: Not clearly published

Source: Carter County Planning and Zoning ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Hampton building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
Not clearly published
02
Plan check fee
Not clearly published
03
Permit fee formula
Not clearly published
04
Reinspection fee
Permit fee is doubled if required permits are not obtained before work begins.

Thin public data

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • Not clearly published (phone)
Inspection hours
Building permits are written Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Time windows
Building permits are written Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Typical sequence: Not clearly published

Not clearly published

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Hampton permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Hampton, TN?
Same county trigger language as unincorporated Carter County applies unless a separate municipal authority exists for the parcel.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Hampton, TN?
Building permit fees in Hampton, TN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Not clearly published. Fees are calculated as: Not clearly published. Plan check fee: Not clearly published.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Hampton, TN?
To apply for a building permit in Hampton, TN, follow these steps: 1. Verify whether the property is inside a city or is unincorporated. 2. Confirm zoning with Carter County Planning and Zoning. 3. Assemble the county permit package and supporting records. 4. Submit at the county planning office during permit hours. 5. Obtain any related stormwater, driveway, septic, or address approvals. 6. Receive the issued county permit before work starts.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Hampton, TN?
Building permit processing times in Hampton, TN typically run Not clearly published. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Hampton, TN?
Not all construction work requires a permit in Hampton, TN. The following work is generally exempt: Thin public data. No county exemption list was found on the cited public page.. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Hampton, TN?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Hampton, TN via: Not clearly published.
last verified April 2026 source Carter County Planning and Zoning ↗ entry id permits/tennessee/carter/hampton

Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Carter County Planning and Zoning before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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