How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Haywood County, TN?

The minimum permit fee is $50 for single-wide manufactured homes; $100 for double-wide manufactured homes; older schedule lists no charge for some government, relocation, replacement, and sign cases. Fees are calculated as: Mostly valuation-based, using computed building value and tiered permit charges in the older fee schedule. Plan check fee: $100 nonrefundable site plan review fee.

How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Haywood County, TN?

Typical processing time is Not publicly posted.

What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Haywood County, TN?

The following work is generally exempt: Government-owned buildings; Relocation of a building on the same lot or to an adjoining lot in the same ownership; Replacement of a building destroyed by fire, war, civil disturbance, or natural disaster; Signs under the older county fee schedule.

How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Haywood County, TN?

Inspections can be scheduled via: Not publicly posted.

County Building Permits

Haywood County, TN - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Tennessee Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

This is the county route for unincorporated Haywood County outside Brownsville and Stanton city limits.

Department: Haywood County Code Enforcement and Building Inspector
Address: 11 South Lafayette, Brownsville, TN 38012
Phone: 731-772-0432
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://haywoodtn.gov/haywood-county-code-enforcement-building-inspector/

Online Permit Portal

Open Portal

Platform: None publicly posted • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

Confirm the site is outside Brownsville and Stanton city limits.
Contact county code enforcement to confirm zoning, road access, and permit prerequisites.
Prepare a dimensional sketch or scale plan for the proposed work.
File the application with the Zoning Compliance Officer using the office forms and duplicate copies required by county resolution.
Wait for county review and permit issuance before starting excavation or construction.
Complete inspections as required during the project and keep the permit valid by making substantial progress within six months.

Typical processing time: Not publicly posted

Source: Haywood County Code Enforcement and Building Inspector

General Requirements

In unincorporated Haywood County, a building permit is required before excavation, construction, moving, or alteration of a building, including accessory buildings.

Required Documents

Dimensional sketch or scale plan; use and site information; other information requested by the zoning compliance officer; duplicate applications on office forms.

Permit validity: County building permits become void after six months without substantial progress.
Building code: Haywood County states it adopted the 2018 International Building Codes on June 1, 2021
Owner-builder: Not clearly summarized on the public county pages reviewed
Contractor requirements: Not clearly summarized on the county page reviewed; state contractor and trade licensing rules may still apply

Fees

Minimum permit fee: $50 for single-wide manufactured homes; $100 for double-wide manufactured homes; older schedule lists no charge for some government, relocation, replacement, and sign cases
Plan check fee: $100 nonrefundable site plan review fee
Permit fee formula: Mostly valuation-based, using computed building value and tiered permit charges in the older fee schedule
Reinspection fee: Twice the permit fee if work began before permit issuance; violation citation $50; daily court fines may also apply
Payment note: No public payment workflow was clearly posted on the county permit pages reviewed

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Haywood County Code Enforcement and Building Inspector to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Not publicly posted (phone)

Inspection hours: Not clearly posted on the county permit page reviewed
Time windows: Not clearly posted on the county permit page reviewed

Typical inspection sequence: The county resolution gives the zoning compliance officer authority to inspect as needed, but the public pages reviewed do not publish a standard sequence

Failure to secure the required application or building permit triggers double fees under the county zoning resolution

Additional Resources

Building code: Haywood County states it adopted the 2018 International Building Codes on June 1, 2021
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 Haywood County Code Enforcement and Building Inspector before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Haywood County Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Haywood County, TN?: In unincorporated Haywood County, a building permit is required before excavation, construction, moving, or alteration of a building, including accessory buildings.
How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Haywood County, TN?: The minimum permit fee is $50 for single-wide manufactured homes; $100 for double-wide manufactured homes; older schedule lists no charge for some government, relocation, replacement, and sign cases. Fees are calculated as: Mostly valuation-based, using computed building value and tiered permit charges in the older fee schedule. Plan check fee: $100 nonrefundable site plan review fee.
How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Haywood County, TN?: 1. Confirm the site is outside Brownsville and Stanton city limits. 2. Contact county code enforcement to confirm zoning, road access, and permit prerequisites. 3. Prepare a dimensional sketch or scale plan for the proposed work. 4. File the application with the Zoning Compliance Officer using the office forms and duplicate copies required by county resolution. 5. Wait for county review and permit issuance before starting excavation or construction. 6. Complete inspections as required during the project and keep the permit valid by making substantial progress within six months.
How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Haywood County, TN?: Typical processing time is Not publicly posted.
What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Haywood County, TN?: The following work is generally exempt: Government-owned buildings; Relocation of a building on the same lot or to an adjoining lot in the same ownership; Replacement of a building destroyed by fire, war, civil disturbance, or natural disaster; Signs under the older county fee schedule.
How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Haywood County, TN?: Inspections can be scheduled via: Not publicly posted.

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