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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Medina
Medina zoning ordinance says no building permit shall be issued for construction in flood-prone areas as determined by the Board of Zoning Appeals. The ordinance also requires a permit before excavation or construction of buildings, accessory buildings, or moving/altering buildings.
Normal sign maintenance to prolong the life of a sign does not require a permit.
Permits issued to nonprofit religious, scientific, educational, and charitable organizations are not charged a fee for sign permits.
- Exempt Normal sign maintenance to prolong the life of a sign does not require a permit.
- Exempt Permits issued to nonprofit religious, scientific, educational, and charitable organizations are not charged a fee for sign permits.
Required documents
- Dimensional sketch of buildings to be erected, altered, or moved; existing or intended use; other information required by the Building Inspector. Site plan review may be required for certain projects.
- Building code
- Medina Municipal Code adopts the 2018 International Building Code
- Permit validity
- A building permit becomes void six months from issuance unless substantial progress has been made. Site plan approvals lapse unless a building permit is issued within one year.
- Owner-builder
- Not clearly published
- Contractor requirements
- Not clearly published on the public page reviewed
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Not published
- 01 Contact the Building Inspector.
- 02 Complete the applicable permit application.
- 03 Submit dimensional sketch or other required site information.
- 04 Receive Building Inspector review for code and zoning compliance.
- 05 Obtain permit before construction, alteration, moving, or excavation starts.
- 06 Request final inspection before occupancy.
Typical processing time: Not published
§ 04
Fee schedule
Medina building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
For sign permits, the zoning ordinance says temporary signs use the minimum permit fee; permanent signs use the normal rate schedule under the IBC with a minimum fee of $15
02
Plan check fee
Site plan review fee of $300 when construction exceeds 3,000 square feet
03
Permit fee formula
For building permits, the public pages do not publish a current schedule; sign fees reference the normal rate schedule
04
Reinspection fee
Not published in the sources reviewed
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§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Not clearly published online (online)
- Inspection hours
- City Hall contact line is available on the city site; office hours are not clearly spelled out on the permit page
- Time windows
- City Hall contact line is available on the city site; office hours are not clearly spelled out on the permit page
Typical sequence: The code says a final inspection is required before occupancy, but a detailed sequence was not published on the permit page
Not clearly published online
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Medina permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Medina, TN? ▸
Medina zoning ordinance says no building permit shall be issued for construction in flood-prone areas as determined by the Board of Zoning Appeals. The ordinance also requires a permit before excavation or construction of buildings, accessory buildings, or moving/altering buildings.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Medina, TN? ▸
Building permit fees in Medina, TN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is For sign permits, the zoning ordinance says temporary signs use the minimum permit fee; permanent signs use the normal rate schedule under the IBC with a minimum fee of $15. Fees are calculated as: For building permits, the public pages do not publish a current schedule; sign fees reference the normal rate schedule. Plan check fee: Site plan review fee of $300 when construction exceeds 3,000 square feet.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Medina, TN? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Medina, TN, follow these steps: 1. Contact the Building Inspector. 2. Complete the applicable permit application. 3. Submit dimensional sketch or other required site information. 4. Receive Building Inspector review for code and zoning compliance. 5. Obtain permit before construction, alteration, moving, or excavation starts. 6. Request final inspection before occupancy.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Medina, TN? ▸
Building permit processing times in Medina, TN typically run Not published. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Medina, TN? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Medina, TN. The following work is generally exempt: Normal sign maintenance to prolong the life of a sign does not require a permit.; Permits issued to nonprofit religious, scientific, educational, and charitable organizations are not charged a fee for sign permits.. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Medina, TN? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Medina, TN via: Not clearly published online.
last verified April 2026
source City of Medina Building Codes and Permits ↗
entry id permits/tennessee/gibson/medina
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Medina Building Codes and Permits before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.