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Paris

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

Min. permit fee
Not found.
Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

City of Paris Building and Codes / Building & Zoning related permits

Street address
100 N Caldwell Street, Paris, TN 38242
Coverage
City permit authority for incorporated Paris. The city posts separate building, zoning, floodplain, driveway, land disturbance, and sign-related permit forms.
Online portal
Portal
iWorQ
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Paris

Paris publishes building and construction permit forms and related zoning applications, including floodplain assessment, driveway connection, land disturbance, planning, zoning amendment, and sign permits.

No city-wide exempt-work list was located on the main public page.
  • Exempt No city-wide exempt-work list was located on the main public page.
Required documents
  • Public page identifies forms rather than a checklist. Related permit types indicate paper or digital building permit, floodplain assessment, curb cut and driveway connection, land disturbance, planning submittal, zoning amendment, sign permit, off-site directional sign permit, appeals application, livestock and chicken permit, and contractor info form.
Building code
Not clearly stated on the permit landing page. Thin public data.
Permit validity
Not found on the public page.
Owner-builder
Not found on the public page.
Contractor requirements
Contractor info form is published, but no city-specific license text was located on the main page.
§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Not publicly stated on the main permit page.

  1. 01
    Select the relevant permit type from the city page or the digital portal.
  2. 02
    Prepare the project documents, including the required plans and any related zoning or floodplain materials.
  3. 03
    Submit the application through the iWorQ portal or as paper forms to the city.
  4. 04
    City staff review the submittal for completeness and code/zoning compliance.
  5. 05
    Permit is issued after review approval and fee payment.

Typical processing time: Not publicly stated on the main permit page.

Source: City of Paris Building and Codes / Building & Zoning related permits ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Paris building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
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02
Plan check fee
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03
Permit fee formula
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04
Reinspection fee
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§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • Not clearly posted on the permit landing page. (phone)
Inspection hours
Not found.
Time windows
Not found.

Typical sequence: Not found.

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§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Paris permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Paris, TN?
Paris publishes building and construction permit forms and related zoning applications, including floodplain assessment, driveway connection, land disturbance, planning, zoning amendment, and sign permits.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Paris, TN?
Building permit fees in Paris, TN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Not found.. Fees are calculated as: Not found.. Plan check fee: Not found..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Paris, TN?
To apply for a building permit in Paris, TN, follow these steps: 1. Select the relevant permit type from the city page or the digital portal. 2. Prepare the project documents, including the required plans and any related zoning or floodplain materials. 3. Submit the application through the iWorQ portal or as paper forms to the city. 4. City staff review the submittal for completeness and code/zoning compliance. 5. Permit is issued after review approval and fee payment.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Paris, TN?
Building permit processing times in Paris, TN typically run Not publicly stated on the main permit page.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Paris, TN?
Not all construction work requires a permit in Paris, TN. The following work is generally exempt: No city-wide exempt-work list was located on the main public page.. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Paris, TN?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Paris, TN via: Not clearly posted on the permit landing page..
last verified April 2026 source City of Paris Building and Codes / Building & Zoning related permits ↗ entry id permits/tennessee/henry/paris

Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Paris Building and Codes / Building & Zoning related permits before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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