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

The minimum permit fee is Not publicly posted. Fees are calculated as: Not publicly posted for building permits; the office does publish a $350 zoning change application fee and a $150 sign deposit for zoning change applications. Plan check fee: Not publicly posted.

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

1. Confirm the project type with the Building, Codes, and Zoning office. 2. Gather the required checklist items and any supporting plans or site documents. 3. Submit the building permit application through the iWorQ portal or contact the office for assistance. 4. Upload related plans or documents in the portal. 5. Wait for review, corrections, or any requested follow-up from the office. 6. Obtain the permit before starting work.

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

Typical processing time is Not publicly posted on the reviewed pages.

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

The following work is generally exempt: No consolidated public exemption list was located on the reviewed Trousdale/Hartsville pages; Applicants should confirm small repairs, cosmetic work, and other borderline items directly with the office before starting work.

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

Inspections can be scheduled via: Contact the office by phone; the page states field inspections and afternoon appointments are available as requested.

City Building Permits

Hartsville, TN - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Hartsville, Tennessee. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Tennessee Trousdale County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

This is the local permit and codes office for the Hartsville/Trousdale County metro government. The office states it issues permits and inspects new construction in Metro Hartsville/Trousdale County.

Department: Hartsville/Trousdale County Building, Codes, and Zoning
Address: 328 Broadway, Room 1, Hartsville, TN 37074
Phone: (615) 374-1125; Cell (615) 374-5066; Fax (615) 374-0558
Email: Not clearly posted on the public page reviewed
Website: https://www.trousdalecountytn.gov/government/county_departments/building_and_zoning/index.php

Online Permit Portal

Open Portal

Platform: iWorQ Citizen Portal • Account required: Yes • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

Confirm the project type with the Building, Codes, and Zoning office.
Gather the required checklist items and any supporting plans or site documents.
Submit the building permit application through the iWorQ portal or contact the office for assistance.
Upload related plans or documents in the portal.
Wait for review, corrections, or any requested follow-up from the office.
Obtain the permit before starting work.

Typical processing time: Not publicly posted on the reviewed pages

Source: Hartsville/Trousdale County Building, Codes, and Zoning

General Requirements

The office states it issues permits for new construction and enforces adopted zoning, building, health, and safety standards. The public page also says a zoning and building permit are required before initiation of construction, erection, moving, or alteration of any building or structure.

Required Documents

Building Permit Application Checklist items; plans and related documents uploaded through the portal; zoning or planning documents when applicable. The public page does not publish a full checklist text, but it does say the checklist must be submitted with the application.

Permit validity: Not clearly posted on the public pages reviewed
Building code: Ordinance #205-2020-20 adopted the 2018 International Building Code, 2018 International Fuel Gas Code, 2018 International Mechanical Code, 2018 International Plumbing Code, 2018 International Property Maintenance Code, 2018 International Fire Code, 2018 International Existing Building Code, 2018 International Energy Conservation Code, and ICC/A117.1-2017, with listed local amendments.
Owner-builder: Not clearly posted on the public pages reviewed
Contractor requirements: The public page does not publish a full contractor licensing rule set on the reviewed page. It does state that a business license does not automatically establish zoning compliance, so applicants should confirm both licensing and zoning before filing.

Fees

Minimum permit fee: Not publicly posted
Plan check fee: Not publicly posted
Permit fee formula: Not publicly posted for building permits; the office does publish a $350 zoning change application fee and a $150 sign deposit for zoning change applications
Reinspection fee: Not publicly posted
Payment note: The portal allows online submission, but the reviewed pages did not publish a public fee payment workflow for building permits

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Hartsville/Trousdale County Building, Codes, and Zoning to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Contact the office by phone; the page states field inspections and afternoon appointments are available as requested (phone)

Inspection hours: Office hours are Mon-Fri 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM; afternoon field inspections and appointments require 24 hours advance notice
Time windows: Office hours are Mon-Fri 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM; afternoon field inspections and appointments require 24 hours advance notice

Typical inspection sequence: The office states it inspects all new construction and uses the portal for permit tracking; the public pages do not publish a trade-by-trade sequence

Not publicly posted

Additional Resources

Building code: Ordinance #205-2020-20 adopted the 2018 International Building Code, 2018 International Fuel Gas Code, 2018 International Mechanical Code, 2018 International Plumbing Code, 2018 International Property Maintenance Code, 2018 International Fire Code, 2018 International Existing Building Code, 2018 International Energy Conservation Code, and ICC/A117.1-2017, with listed local amendments.
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

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Hartsville/Trousdale County Building, Codes, and Zoning before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Hartsville Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Hartsville, TN?: The office states it issues permits for new construction and enforces adopted zoning, building, health, and safety standards. The public page also says a zoning and building permit are required before initiation of construction, erection, moving, or alteration of any building or structure.
How much does a building permit cost in Hartsville, TN?: The minimum permit fee is Not publicly posted. Fees are calculated as: Not publicly posted for building permits; the office does publish a $350 zoning change application fee and a $150 sign deposit for zoning change applications. Plan check fee: Not publicly posted.
How do I apply for a building permit in Hartsville, TN?: 1. Confirm the project type with the Building, Codes, and Zoning office. 2. Gather the required checklist items and any supporting plans or site documents. 3. Submit the building permit application through the iWorQ portal or contact the office for assistance. 4. Upload related plans or documents in the portal. 5. Wait for review, corrections, or any requested follow-up from the office. 6. Obtain the permit before starting work.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Hartsville, TN?: Typical processing time is Not publicly posted on the reviewed pages.
What work is exempt from building permits in Hartsville, TN?: The following work is generally exempt: No consolidated public exemption list was located on the reviewed Trousdale/Hartsville pages; Applicants should confirm small repairs, cosmetic work, and other borderline items directly with the office before starting work.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Hartsville, TN?: Inspections can be scheduled via: Contact the office by phone; the page states field inspections and afternoon appointments are available as requested.

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