Morrison, TN - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

Town authority covers incorporated Morrison. The town zoning ordinance states that zoning permits are issued by the town and applications are available at Morrison Town Hall.

Department

Town of Morrison Town Hall / local zoning administration

Address

130 W Maple St, Morrison, TN 37357

Phone

(931) 635-2363

Email

Not publicly listed in the sources reviewed

Website

http://www.morrisoncity.org

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Confirm whether the project is a zoning-permit trigger or a building-permit trigger.
2. Obtain the application at Morrison Town Hall.
3. Submit the permit application and required plans or working drawings if applicable.
4. Pay the applicable fee.
5. Receive the permit before starting work.
6. Arrange any required inspections or code compliance checks.

Typical processing time: Not publicly stated in the sources reviewed

Source: Town of Morrison Town Hall / local zoning administration

General Requirements

The zoning ordinance requires a zoning permit before grading, filling, demolition, or moving a structure. A later ordinance also requires building permits for defined building work, including accessory structures over 200 square feet, additions, decks, pools, and in-ground storm shelters.

Required Documents

• Applications are available at Town Hall. The building code ordinance says blueprints or working drawings are required for additions of at least 30 square feet.

Permit validity

Not publicly stated in the sources reviewed

Building code

Town of Morrison building code ordinance, Ordinance No. 23-03, as posted by the town. The zoning ordinance also governs permit administration.

Owner-builder

The public sources reviewed did not show a detailed owner-builder rule

Contractor requirements

The town ordinance references state licensing where required by law, but the public sources reviewed did not show a town-specific contractor license rule

Fees

Minimum permit fee

The ordinance states a $25 zoning permit fee

Plan check fee

For commercial construction over 12,000 square feet and projects requiring state fire marshal review, the ordinance states a plan review fee of $1.50 per thousand for the first $1,000,000 and $1.00 per thousand for each additional $1,000

Permit fee formula

Flat fees are used for several specific permit types; the ordinance also references a fee schedule for some building work

Reinspection fee

Not clearly published in the sources reviewed

Payment note

The zoning ordinance says the zoning permit fee is due and payable at issuance

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Town of Morrison Town Hall / local zoning administration to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

• Not publicly stated in the sources reviewed (phone)

Inspection hours

Not publicly stated in the sources reviewed

Time windows

Not publicly stated in the sources reviewed

Typical inspection sequence: The public ordinance material reviewed does not publish a full sequence

Not publicly stated in the sources reviewed

Additional Resources

• Building code: Town of Morrison building code ordinance, Ordinance No. 23-03, as posted by the town. The zoning ordinance also governs permit administration.
• 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

Morrison Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Morrison, TN?

The zoning ordinance requires a zoning permit before grading, filling, demolition, or moving a structure. A later ordinance also requires building permits for defined building work, including accessory structures over 200 square feet, additions, decks, pools, and in-ground storm shelters.

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

The minimum permit fee is The ordinance states a $25 zoning permit fee. Fees are calculated as: Flat fees are used for several specific permit types; the ordinance also references a fee schedule for some building work. Plan check fee: For commercial construction over 12,000 square feet and projects requiring state fire marshal review, the ordinance states a plan review fee of $1.50 per thousand for the first $1,000,000 and $1.00 per thousand for each additional $1,000.

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

1. Confirm whether the project is a zoning-permit trigger or a building-permit trigger. 2. Obtain the application at Morrison Town Hall. 3. Submit the permit application and required plans or working drawings if applicable. 4. Pay the applicable fee. 5. Receive the permit before starting work. 6. Arrange any required inspections or code compliance checks.

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

Typical processing time is Not publicly stated in the sources reviewed.

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

The following work is generally exempt: Agricultural-related structures are exempt from building permits under the building code ordinance; Mobile homes are exempt pursuant to existing state guidelines, except where zoning or a permanent foundation requires otherwise.

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

Inspections can be scheduled via: Not publicly stated in the sources reviewed.

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