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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Waverly
Waverly states a permit is required before any work can be done for building work, and that pool permits are required for above ground or in ground pools.
Publicly listed exemptions were not found on the current site
The FAQ only notes that permit needs depend on the work type
- Exempt Publicly listed exemptions were not found on the current site
- Exempt The FAQ only notes that permit needs depend on the work type
Required documents
- Building plans and plot plans, or in some cases a sketch; additional information is required for permit issuance.
- Building code
- The city states it enforces minimum building code standards as adopted with exceptions in City Code Zoning Section 90
- Permit validity
- Not publicly stated on the current site
- Owner-builder
- Not publicly stated on the current site
- Contractor requirements
- Not publicly stated on the current site; Tennessee contractor licensing rules may still apply depending on project scope
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Not publicly posted
- 01 Contact the Building and Codes Department or visit City Hall to discuss the project and zoning.
- 02 Prepare the required plans or sketch, plot plan, and supporting details based on the scope of work.
- 03 Submit permit information and request any needed inspection guidance.
- 04 Pay the required permit fee after review.
- 05 Receive permit approval before starting work.
- 06 Call for inspections as work progresses and obtain final approval before use or occupancy.
Typical processing time: Not publicly posted
§ 04
Fee schedule
Waverly building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
Not publicly posted
02
Plan check fee
Not publicly posted
03
Permit fee formula
Fees are described as determined by square footage or construction cost and the number of plumbing fixtures
04
Reinspection fee
Not publicly posted
City business license fees are collected at City Hall; building fee payment details are not publicly posted
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Call City Hall at (931) 296-2101 ext. 359 for the Building and Codes Department (phone)
- Inspection hours
- City Hall hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., except legal holidays
- Time windows
- City Hall hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., except legal holidays
Typical sequence: Not publicly detailed; the department inspects construction sites for conformity to approved plans and codes
Not publicly posted
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Waverly permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Waverly, TN? ▸
Waverly states a permit is required before any work can be done for building work, and that pool permits are required for above ground or in ground pools.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Waverly, TN? ▸
Building permit fees in Waverly, 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: Fees are described as determined by square footage or construction cost and the number of plumbing fixtures. Plan check fee: Not publicly posted.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Waverly, TN? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Waverly, TN, follow these steps: 1. Contact the Building and Codes Department or visit City Hall to discuss the project and zoning. 2. Prepare the required plans or sketch, plot plan, and supporting details based on the scope of work. 3. Submit permit information and request any needed inspection guidance. 4. Pay the required permit fee after review. 5. Receive permit approval before starting work. 6. Call for inspections as work progresses and obtain final approval before use or occupancy.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Waverly, TN? ▸
Building permit processing times in Waverly, 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 Waverly, TN? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Waverly, TN. The following work is generally exempt: Publicly listed exemptions were not found on the current site; The FAQ only notes that permit needs depend on the work type. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Waverly, TN? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Waverly, TN via: Call City Hall at (931) 296-2101 ext. 359 for the Building and Codes Department.
last verified April 2026
source Codes and Inspection Department ↗
entry id permits/tennessee/humphreys/waverly
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Codes and Inspection Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.