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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Union City
Union City states building permits are part of the Planning and Codes function. The city also requires permits for work covered by its adopted codes and zoning ordinances, and it directs county-only applicants elsewhere.
Thin public data: The public permit page does not publish a consolidated exemption list
Refer to the adopted city code and confirm with Planning and Codes before assuming an item is exempt
- Exempt Thin public data: The public permit page does not publish a consolidated exemption list
- Exempt Refer to the adopted city code and confirm with Planning and Codes before assuming an item is exempt
Required documents
- Project information, permit application, plans, valuation or cost estimate, and any supporting zoning or stormwater documents as required by the department
- Building code
- 2018 ICC International Residential Code for residential work; 2021 ICC International Building Code and Fire Code; 2012 ICC Plumbing, Mechanical, Fuel Gas, and Property Maintenance Codes; ICC A117.1-2009; 2018 Energy Conservation Code with amendments
- Permit validity
- The public pages reviewed did not clearly state a general citywide expiration rule
- Owner-builder
- Union City publishes owner, workman, and licensed contractor guidance. The building codes page says a property owner can obtain a permit for a private residence and assumes legal responsibility, subject to state limits on new home construction
- Contractor requirements
- Licensed contractors must show a current state contractor license number and workers compensation proof or waiver where applicable
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: No general turnaround time was posted in the public material reviewed
- 01 Confirm the project is within Union City and identify whether zoning, stormwater, or special review applies.
- 02 Start the permit through the iWorQ online portal or work through Planning and Codes at City Hall.
- 03 Submit plans and project information for review. Union City states that plan review fees are due at submittal and plans are not reviewed until fees are paid.
- 04 Pay the permit and any review fees.
- 05 Receive permit issuance after review and approval.
- 06 Complete inspections and obtain certificate of occupancy when required.
Typical processing time: No general turnaround time was posted in the public material reviewed
§ 04
Fee schedule
Union City building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$10 for the first $1,000 of construction value
02
Plan check fee
The page reviewed states plan review fees must be paid at submittal, but the specific formula was not visible on the main permit-fee page
03
Permit fee formula
Valuation-based, $10 for the first $1,000 plus $3 for each additional $1,000
04
Reinspection fee
Not clearly published on the main fee page reviewed
Fees are paid at customer service in City Hall; the city also offers online permit application through iWorQ
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Permit-specific workflow through Planning and Codes and the online portal; the public page reviewed did not show a detailed scheduling calendar (online)
- Inspection hours
- City Hall hours were not used as a formal inspection window in the reviewed pages
- Time windows
- City Hall hours were not used as a formal inspection window in the reviewed pages
Typical sequence: Depends on scope, but generally permit issuance, rough inspections, final inspections, and certificate of occupancy when applicable
No standalone reinspection schedule was located on the public permit page
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Union City permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Union City, TN? ▸
Union City states building permits are part of the Planning and Codes function. The city also requires permits for work covered by its adopted codes and zoning ordinances, and it directs county-only applicants elsewhere.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Union City, TN? ▸
Building permit fees in Union City, TN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $10 for the first $1,000 of construction value. Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based, $10 for the first $1,000 plus $3 for each additional $1,000. Plan check fee: The page reviewed states plan review fees must be paid at submittal, but the specific formula was not visible on the main permit-fee page.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Union City, TN? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Union City, TN, follow these steps: 1. Confirm the project is within Union City and identify whether zoning, stormwater, or special review applies. 2. Start the permit through the iWorQ online portal or work through Planning and Codes at City Hall. 3. Submit plans and project information for review. Union City states that plan review fees are due at submittal and plans are not reviewed until fees are paid. 4. Pay the permit and any review fees. 5. Receive permit issuance after review and approval. 6. Complete inspections and obtain certificate of occupancy when required.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Union City, TN? ▸
Building permit processing times in Union City, TN typically run No general turnaround time was posted in the public material reviewed. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Union City, TN? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Union City, TN. The following work is generally exempt: Thin public data: The public permit page does not publish a consolidated exemption list; Refer to the adopted city code and confirm with Planning and Codes before assuming an item is exempt. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Union City, TN? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Union City, TN via: Permit-specific workflow through Planning and Codes and the online portal; the public page reviewed did not show a detailed scheduling calendar.
last verified April 2026
source City of Union City Planning and Codes Department ↗
entry id permits/tennessee/obion/union-city
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Union City Planning and Codes Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.