Medon, TN — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Madison County Building Department

Street address

100 E Main St., Jackson, TN 38301

Phone

731-988-3960

buildingpermits@madisoncountytn.gov

Coverage

Medon is a city, but the county construction guide states Madison County has jurisdiction over construction within the City of Medon. This means the county Building Department is the active permit authority for building code enforcement, not a separate Medon building office.

Online portal

Portal

CivicGov / Citizen Portal

Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Medon

The county requires permits for construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, demolition, change of occupancy, and regulated trade work. This applies in Medon because county jurisdiction covers the city for building code enforcement.

Scope of work

Permit?

Same county exemption list applies in Medon, including small detached accessory structures under 200 square feet, fences under 7 feet, retaining walls under 4 feet, driveways, sidewalks, interior finish work, small decks, and other items listed on the county exemption page.

Exempt

Exempt Same county exemption list applies in Medon, including small detached accessory structures under 200 square feet, fences under 7 feet, retaining walls under 4 feet, driveways, sidewalks, interior finish work, small decks, and other items listed on the county exemption page.

Required documents

Complete building plans and supporting documents, with site plan and trade documents as needed.

Building code: Same county adopted code set listed under the county section.
Permit validity: Not clearly published in the reviewed public materials.
Owner-builder: County homeowner permit rules apply in Medon. A homeowner may act as their own contractor only for personal residence work not intended for sale, lease, or rent, with one homeowner permit every 2 years.
Contractor requirements: The county requires Tennessee licensing at the $25,000 threshold, with LLE, LLP, and EPA certification rules for smaller trade work.

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Permit applications received after 2:30 pm are processed the following business day. Plan review response is targeted within 7 to 10 business days.

01

Confirm the project is in Medon and under Madison County building jurisdiction.
02

Review county permit, homeowner, and license guidance.
03

Prepare the required plans and supporting documents.
04

Submit the permit application through the county portal or directly to the county Building Department.
05

Pay the applicable permit and plan review fees.
06

After approval, pull the permit and schedule inspections.

Typical processing time: Permit applications received after 2:30 pm are processed the following business day. Plan review response is targeted within 7 to 10 business days.

Source: Madison County Building Department ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Medon building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$40 minimum for residential additions, alterations, accessory buildings, and fire restoration; $40 minimum for commercial work under $50,000.

Plan check fee

$25 non-refundable processing fee plus valuation-based plan review fee.

Permit fee formula

Mixed valuation-based and flat fee structure.

Reinspection fee

$30 per occurrence.

Card payments carry a 3 percent or $2.00 convenience fee, whichever is greater.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

County online inspection request process. (online)

Inspection hours: Requests must be turned in by 3:30 pm the day before the inspection is needed.
Time windows: Requests must be turned in by 3:30 pm the day before the inspection is needed.

Typical sequence: County minimum sequence includes footing, foundation, slab, framing, insulation, and final inspections.

$30 per occurrence if an additional trip is needed.

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Medon permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Medon, TN? ▸

02 How much does a building permit cost in Medon, TN? ▸

Building permit fees in Medon, TN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $40 minimum for residential additions, alterations, accessory buildings, and fire restoration; $40 minimum for commercial work under $50,000.. Fees are calculated as: Mixed valuation-based and flat fee structure.. Plan check fee: $25 non-refundable processing fee plus valuation-based plan review fee..

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Medon, TN? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Medon, TN, follow these steps: 1. Confirm the project is in Medon and under Madison County building jurisdiction. 2. Review county permit, homeowner, and license guidance. 3. Prepare the required plans and supporting documents. 4. Submit the permit application through the county portal or directly to the county Building Department. 5. Pay the applicable permit and plan review fees. 6. After approval, pull the permit and schedule inspections.

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Medon, TN? ▸

Building permit processing times in Medon, TN typically run Permit applications received after 2:30 pm are processed the following business day. Plan review response is targeted within 7 to 10 business days.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 What work is exempt from building permits in Medon, TN? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Medon, TN. The following work is generally exempt: Same county exemption list applies in Medon, including small detached accessory structures under 200 square feet, fences under 7 feet, retaining walls under 4 feet, driveways, sidewalks, interior finish work, small decks, and other items listed on the county exemption page.. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Medon, TN? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Medon, TN via: County online inspection request process..

last verified April 2026 source Madison County Building Department ↗ entry id permits/tennessee/madison/medon

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Madison County Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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