Lobelville, TN - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

Lobelville is listed by the Tennessee State Fire Marshal's Office as an opt-out jurisdiction for state residential building code enforcement. I did not find a separate public Lobelville building permit department or online permit portal. The city recorder and city hall are the obvious local contact points for municipal coordination.

Department

City of Lobelville, City Hall / municipal administration

Address

55 S. Main St., P.O. Box 369, Lobelville, TN 37097

Phone

(931) 593-2285

Email

info@lobelvilletn.org

Website

https://lobelvilletn.org/

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Contact Lobelville City Hall or the city recorder to confirm local requirements.
2. Verify whether local zoning, utility, or site work approvals are needed before construction.
3. If the project falls under state residential permit rules, purchase the permit through CORE.
4. Request inspections through CORE or by contacting the state permit office if the state permit applies.
5. Obtain final approval before occupancy, where applicable.

Typical processing time: Not clearly published for Lobelville specifically; state residential permits use the CORE system when applicable.

Source: City of Lobelville, City Hall / municipal administration

General Requirements

The city did not publish a detailed public building permit trigger list in the sources reviewed. For state residential permits, Tennessee requires a permit for one and two family dwellings and townhouses in areas not exempted by local enforcement or opt-out status, and for additions over 30 square feet to existing homes.

Required Documents

• For state residential permits, the permit is purchased through CORE and the permit process verifies contractor registration. Local Lobelville document requirements were not clearly published.

Permit validity

For state residential permits, work must start within 180 days after issuance, and the permit expires on completion or two years from issuance, whichever occurs first, unless extended in writing.

Building code

For state residential permits, Tennessee has adopted the 2018 International Residential Code and 2018 International Energy Conservation Code.

Owner-builder

A homeowner may build a home for personal residence if it is not for sale or lease and the homeowner has not used a homeowner building permit in the prior 24 months.

Contractor requirements

The state residential permit process includes contractor registration verification. Tennessee contractor licensing rules may also apply depending on project scope.

Fees

Minimum permit fee

$100 for construction cost from $0 to $5,000 under the state fee schedule

Plan check fee

Not clearly published on the sources reviewed for Lobelville specifically

Permit fee formula

Valuation-based fee schedule, with extra charges for plumbing/HVAC inspection and slab other than monolithic pour

Reinspection fee

One reinspection per permit may be performed without additional fee; a second or subsequent reinspection costs $100 each

Payment note

State permits are purchased in CORE or through a local issuing agent where available. No separate Lobelville permit payment portal was verified.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Lobelville, City Hall / municipal administration to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

• CORE portal or email to SFMO.permits-licensing@tn.gov with full permit number and ready date (phone)

Inspection hours

Not published specifically for Lobelville; state inspection timing rules require inspections within three working days of request, and footer inspections within one working day

Time windows

Not published specifically for Lobelville; state inspection timing rules require inspections within three working days of request, and footer inspections within one working day

Typical inspection sequence: Foundation prior to pour, rough-in/framing, final inspection, with plumbing and mechanical inspections also required for permits issued on or after October 1, 2011

One reinspection per permit may be free under the state FAQ; additional reinspections cost $100 each

Additional Resources

• Building code: For state residential permits, Tennessee has adopted the 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

Lobelville Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Lobelville, TN?

The city did not publish a detailed public building permit trigger list in the sources reviewed. For state residential permits, Tennessee requires a permit for one and two family dwellings and townhouses in areas not exempted by local enforcement or opt-out status, and for additions over 30 square feet to existing homes.

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

The minimum permit fee is $100 for construction cost from $0 to $5,000 under the state fee schedule. Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based fee schedule, with extra charges for plumbing/HVAC inspection and slab other than monolithic pour. Plan check fee: Not clearly published on the sources reviewed for Lobelville specifically.

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

1. Contact Lobelville City Hall or the city recorder to confirm local requirements. 2. Verify whether local zoning, utility, or site work approvals are needed before construction. 3. If the project falls under state residential permit rules, purchase the permit through CORE. 4. Request inspections through CORE or by contacting the state permit office if the state permit applies. 5. Obtain final approval before occupancy, where applicable.

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

Typical processing time is Not clearly published for Lobelville specifically; state residential permits use the CORE system when applicable..

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

The following work is generally exempt: Detached garages, sheds, barns, and other detached structures not used for living purposes, for the state residential permit program; Manufactured or modular home placement itself is not a state residential permit trigger, unless custom site work such as a deck, patio, or stoop is added.

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

Inspections can be scheduled via: CORE portal or email to SFMO.permits-licensing@tn.gov with full permit number and ready date.

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