City Building Permits

White House (Robertson portion), TN - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in White House (Robertson portion), Tennessee. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Tennessee Robertson County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

City permitting applies inside White House city limits, including the Robertson County portion of the city. The city uses its own permits and inspections system for incorporated territory.

Department
City of White House Planning and Codes Department, Building Department
Address
105-D College Street, White House, TN 37188
Phone
615-616-1020 for planning department; 615-672-4350 Ext. 2120 for Planning and Codes Director
Website
https://www.whitehousetn.gov/191/Planning-Codes

Online Permit Portal

Open Portal

Platform: EnerGov Civic Self-Service • Account required: Yes • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Open the Customer Self Service portal.
  2. Create or use an account in EnerGov Civic Self-Service.
  3. Submit the new application and upload plans and supporting files.
  4. Receive correction comments from the Planning Department if revisions are needed.
  5. Resubmit corrected files and pay fees online as required.
  6. Obtain permit approval and then schedule inspections through the portal.

Typical processing time: Not clearly stated on the reviewed White House pages.

Source: City of White House Planning and Codes Department, Building Department

General Requirements

The reviewed White House pages state the Building Department reviews permit requests and conducts inspections in accordance with adopted building regulations. Specific trigger thresholds were not fully listed on the reviewed pages.

Required Documents

  • Not fully enumerated on the public pages reviewed; plan sets and supporting permit files are submitted through the portal.
Permit validity
Not identified on the public pages reviewed.
Building code
2021 ICC Residential, Building, Fire, Plumbing, Mechanical, Property Maintenance, Swimming Pool and Spa, and Existing Building Codes, effective January 1, 2025.
Owner-builder
Not identified on the public pages reviewed.
Contractor requirements
Not identified on the public pages reviewed.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
Not identified on the public pages reviewed.
Plan check fee
Not identified on the public pages reviewed.
Permit fee formula
Not identified on the public pages reviewed.
Reinspection fee
Not identified on the public pages reviewed.
Payment note
The portal supports online payment by credit card.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of White House Planning and Codes Department, Building Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Portal scheduling through EnerGov Civic Self-Service. (phone)
Inspection hours
Not identified on the public pages reviewed.
Time windows
Not identified on the public pages reviewed.

Typical inspection sequence: Plans and permit application, corrections if needed, permit issuance, then inspection requests through the portal.

Not identified on the public pages reviewed.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of White House Planning and Codes Department, Building Department before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

White House (Robertson portion) Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in White House (Robertson portion), TN?
The reviewed White House pages state the Building Department reviews permit requests and conducts inspections in accordance with adopted building regulations. Specific trigger thresholds were not fully listed on the reviewed pages.
How much does a building permit cost in White House (Robertson portion), TN?
The minimum permit fee is Not identified on the public pages reviewed.. Fees are calculated as: Not identified on the public pages reviewed.. Plan check fee: Not identified on the public pages reviewed..
How do I apply for a building permit in White House (Robertson portion), TN?
1. Open the Customer Self Service portal. 2. Create or use an account in EnerGov Civic Self-Service. 3. Submit the new application and upload plans and supporting files. 4. Receive correction comments from the Planning Department if revisions are needed. 5. Resubmit corrected files and pay fees online as required. 6. Obtain permit approval and then schedule inspections through the portal.
How long does it take to get a building permit in White House (Robertson portion), TN?
Typical processing time is Not clearly stated on the reviewed White House pages..
What work is exempt from building permits in White House (Robertson portion), TN?
The following work is generally exempt: Not clearly published on the reviewed pages. Thin-data area..
How do I schedule a building inspection in White House (Robertson portion), TN?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Portal scheduling through EnerGov Civic Self-Service..

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