Sunbright, TN - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

Sunbright is listed by the state as an SRBP jurisdiction, so one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses in the city are routed through the state residential permit program. The City of Sunbright remains the local government contact for city matters.

Department

Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance, State Fire Marshal's Office, Residential Building Permit Program

Address

500 James Robertson Pkwy, Nashville, TN 37243-0565

Phone

(615) 741-7170

Email

SFMO.permits-licensing@tn.gov

Website

https://www.tn.gov/commerce/fire/residential-permits.html

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Confirm the work is within the state residential permit program and apply for the correct permit in CORE.
2. Create a CORE account if filing online, or use the state permit process described on the Tennessee residential permits page.
3. Enter the project information and estimated construction cost, then pay the state permit fee.
4. Obtain the permit before starting work.
5. Request inspections through CORE or by contacting the state permit office if an account is not used.
6. Complete all required inspections before final closeout.

Typical processing time: Thin data. No universal turnaround time was posted on the reviewed state pages.

Source: Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance, State Fire Marshal's Office, Residential Building Permit Program

General Requirements

The state residential permit program applies to one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses in Sunbright. The state page says a permit is required for new residential construction and for additions over 30 square feet, but not for detached garages, sheds, barns, or other detached structures not used for living purposes.

Required Documents

• State permit application data, project address, estimated construction cost, and any supporting inspection information requested in CORE or by the state permit office.

Permit validity

Thin data. The state pages reviewed did not publish a simple one-line expiration rule in the text captured here.

Building code

2018 International Residential Code and 2018 International Energy Conservation Code.

Owner-builder

State FAQ says homeowners may buy a building permit for their own residence if they live in it or plan to, and homeowner permits are limited to one project every two years.

Contractor requirements

State FAQ says permits can be purchased by state-licensed contractors or qualifying homeowners performing work on their own residence.

Fees

Minimum permit fee

$100 for $0 to $5,000 construction cost

Plan check fee

No separate plan check fee was identified in the reviewed state text

Permit fee formula

Valuation-based state fee schedule with additional fees for plumbing/HVAC inspection and for slabs other than monolithic pour

Reinspection fee

The reviewed state text did not list a separate reinspection penalty on the fee page captured here

Payment note

The state says permits are purchased online in CORE or at a local issue agent; the fee depends on estimated construction cost, with added inspection fees for plumbing/HVAC and certain slab conditions

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance, State Fire Marshal's Office, Residential Building Permit Program to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

• Inspections are requested through CORE or by email/phone if the user does not create a CORE account. (phone)

Inspection hours

Thin data. The reviewed state pages did not publish inspection-window hours.

Time windows

Thin data. The reviewed state pages did not publish inspection-window hours.

Typical inspection sequence: The state program handles inspections for the residential permit, but the reviewed pages did not publish a step-by-step inspection sequence.

The state permit page says inspections are performed by state contracted inspectors and requests can be made through CORE or by contacting the permit office.

Additional Resources

• Building code: 2018 International Residential Code and 2018 International Energy Conservation Code.
• 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

Frequently Asked Questions

Sunbright Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Sunbright, TN?

The state residential permit program applies to one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses in Sunbright. The state page says a permit is required for new residential construction and for additions over 30 square feet, but not for detached garages, sheds, barns, or other detached structures not used for living purposes.

How much does a building permit cost in Sunbright, TN?

The minimum permit fee is $100 for $0 to $5,000 construction cost. Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based state fee schedule with additional fees for plumbing/HVAC inspection and for slabs other than monolithic pour. Plan check fee: No separate plan check fee was identified in the reviewed state text.

How do I apply for a building permit in Sunbright, TN?

1. Confirm the work is within the state residential permit program and apply for the correct permit in CORE. 2. Create a CORE account if filing online, or use the state permit process described on the Tennessee residential permits page. 3. Enter the project information and estimated construction cost, then pay the state permit fee. 4. Obtain the permit before starting work. 5. Request inspections through CORE or by contacting the state permit office if an account is not used. 6. Complete all required inspections before final closeout.

How long does it take to get a building permit in Sunbright, TN?

Typical processing time is Thin data. No universal turnaround time was posted on the reviewed state pages..

What work is exempt from building permits in Sunbright, TN?

The following work is generally exempt: A state residential permit is not required for detached garages, sheds, barns, or other detached structures not used for living purposes..

How do I schedule a building inspection in Sunbright, TN?

Inspections can be scheduled via: Inspections are requested through CORE or by email/phone if the user does not create a CORE account..

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