Town of Signal Mountain

Signal Mountain states building permits are required for homes, commercial buildings, garages, renovations, additions, sheds 144 square feet and above, decks, siding, windows, doors, roofing, fences, pools, and towers. Site permits apply to sheds or structures 144 square feet and below.

Note: No public exemption list was clearly posted beyond the separate site-permit category for sheds or structures 144 square feet and below.

Building code

2018 IBC, 2018 IRC, 2018 IECC, 2018 IEBC, 2018 IFGC, 2018 IMC, 2018 IPC, 2018 IPMC, 2018 ISSC, and 2017 NEC

Permit validity

Not clearly posted on the public pages reviewed.

Owner-builder

Building permits and site permits may be pulled by the homeowner.

Contractor requirements

Electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and gas permits each require a valid license.

1. 01
   Use the online permit portal for all permit submissions, or download the permit package if portal use is not feasible.
2. 02
   Set up a contractor access code the first time you use the system if needed.
3. 03
   Submit the appropriate permit package and supporting materials through the portal or by email to the building department.
4. 04
   Pay through the online portal, by mail with check, or in person with check or credit card.
5. 05
   Receive the permit by email after payment is received.
6. 06
   Schedule inspections in the permit portal at least 24 hours in advance.

Typical processing time: No public turnaround estimate located on the reviewed pages.

Source: Town of Signal Mountain Building and Codes Department ↗

Permit payment can be completed through the online portal, by mail with check, or in person with a credit card or check.

• Permit portal - search by permit number, address, or contractor (portal)

Scheduling deadline

At least 24 hours in advance

Inspection hours

8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Typical sequence: Project-specific; the department posts separate checklists for accessory structures, generators, solar, fences, decks, EV chargers, new homes, and remodels.