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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Hardeman County
County zoning materials say a permit is required for construction of any building or addition, and all mobile homes require a permit. The zoning resolution also requires a permit before starting excavation, construction, moving, or alteration of any building, including accessory buildings.
No countywide exempt-work handout was located in the reviewed public sources.
County zoning materials focus on zoning compliance permits for buildings, additions, mobile homes, and land division rather than publishing a broad exempt-work list.
Floodplain, subdivision, and occupancy rules may still apply even where a separate construction permit is not obvious.
- Exempt No countywide exempt-work handout was located in the reviewed public sources.
- Exempt County zoning materials focus on zoning compliance permits for buildings, additions, mobile homes, and land division rather than publishing a broad exempt-work list.
- Exempt Floodplain, subdivision, and occupancy rules may still apply even where a separate construction permit is not obvious.
Required documents
- Completed zoning compliance permit application, dimensional sketch or scale plan showing the shape, size, height, and location of structures, existing and intended use, any other information requested by the Zoning Compliance Officer, and written approval of water supply and sewage disposal provisions from the county Department of Environment and Conservation.
- Building code
- The reviewed county zoning materials do not clearly publish a countywide adopted building code edition. The public county materials are zoning-focused rather than a full building code package.
- Permit validity
- The zoning compliance permit becomes void six months from issuance unless substantial progress has been made.
- Owner-builder
- Not publicly posted in the reviewed sources
- Contractor requirements
- The county public sources reviewed do not publish a local contractor-license requirement for the zoning permit. The county page does provide a Contractor Search link to the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance, so state licensing should be verified separately when a contractor is used.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Not publicly posted
- 01 Confirm the parcel is in the county planning region and identify the applicable zoning district.
- 02 Complete the Hardeman County Zoning Compliance Permit form.
- 03 Attach the required site sketch or scale plan and other documentation.
- 04 Submit water and sewage approval documentation before issuance.
- 05 Pay the permit fee set by County Commission.
- 06 Receive the zoning compliance permit, then complete the work within the permit validity period and obtain occupancy approval if required.
Typical processing time: Not publicly posted
§ 04
Fee schedule
Hardeman County building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
Not publicly posted
02
Plan check fee
Not publicly posted
03
Permit fee formula
Processing fee set by County Commission
04
Reinspection fee
Appeal notice fee is set by County Commission for publication costs; the reviewed public materials do not show a general reinspection fee schedule
The permit request must be accompanied by a processing fee set by County Commission. The county application form also shows a permit fee line item.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Not publicly posted (phone)
- Inspection hours
- County office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
- Time windows
- County office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Typical sequence: County zoning materials require final occupancy approval and state that the Zoning Compliance Officer makes a final inspection within five days after notice that the building is ready for occupancy or use.
Not publicly posted
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about unincorporated Hardeman County permits
01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Hardeman County, TN? ▸
County zoning materials say a permit is required for construction of any building or addition, and all mobile homes require a permit. The zoning resolution also requires a permit before starting excavation, construction, moving, or alteration of any building, including accessory buildings.
02 How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Hardeman County, TN? ▸
Building permit fees in unincorporated Hardeman County, TN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Not publicly posted. Fees are calculated as: Processing fee set by County Commission. Plan check fee: Not publicly posted.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Hardeman County, TN? ▸
To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Hardeman County, TN, follow these steps: 1. Confirm the parcel is in the county planning region and identify the applicable zoning district. 2. Complete the Hardeman County Zoning Compliance Permit form. 3. Attach the required site sketch or scale plan and other documentation. 4. Submit water and sewage approval documentation before issuance. 5. Pay the permit fee set by County Commission. 6. Receive the zoning compliance permit, then complete the work within the permit validity period and obtain occupancy approval if required.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Hardeman County, TN? ▸
Building permit processing times in unincorporated Hardeman County, TN typically run Not publicly posted. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Hardeman County, TN? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in unincorporated Hardeman County, TN. The following work is generally exempt: No countywide exempt-work handout was located in the reviewed public sources.; County zoning materials focus on zoning compliance permits for buildings, additions, mobile homes, and land division rather than publishing a broad exempt-work list.; Floodplain, subdivision, and occupancy rules may still apply even where a separate construction permit is not obvious.. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Hardeman County, TN? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Hardeman County, TN via: Not publicly posted.
last verified April 2026
source Hardeman County Zoning Compliance ↗
entry id permits/tennessee/hardeman/unincorporated
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Hardeman County Zoning Compliance before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.