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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Collinwood
State residential building permit required for new residential construction within Collinwood city limits; local city permit requirements were not clearly published
New construction is the focus of the state residential permit program
Renovations are not covered by the state residential permit requirement
Other local utility or zoning work may still need approval even if the state residential permit is not required
- Exempt New construction is the focus of the state residential permit program
- Exempt Renovations are not covered by the state residential permit requirement
- Exempt Other local utility or zoning work may still need approval even if the state residential permit is not required
Required documents
- State residential permit application, project information, and any local documents the city may request
- Building code
- State residential code program applies to covered work; local extra requirements may still apply
- Permit validity
- State permit starts within 180 days, expires on completion or after two years, whichever occurs first, subject to exception
- Owner-builder
- One homeowner permit every two years for owner-occupied single residence use, subject to state contractor licensing rules
- Contractor requirements
- Tennessee contractor licensing applies when the work scope requires it; anyone hired by the homeowner for $25,000 or more is not exempt
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Application process
Typical processing: No Collinwood-specific public processing time found; state inspections occur within three working days of request, one working day for footers
- 01 Confirm whether the project is covered by the state residential permit program or any local city requirement.
- 02 For residential new construction in the city limits, use the Tennessee state residential permit process.
- 03 Contact City Hall if a local city permit, zoning, or utility-related approval is also needed.
- 04 Submit any required state permit through CORE or an issuing agent.
- 05 Schedule state inspections through CORE or by email to the State Fire Marshal system.
- 06 Obtain any separate local approvals before starting work.
Typical processing time: No Collinwood-specific public processing time found; state inspections occur within three working days of request, one working day for footers
§ 04
Fee schedule
Collinwood building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$100 for $0 to $5,000 estimated construction cost
02
Plan check fee
Not separately listed
03
Permit fee formula
Valuation-based state fee schedule
04
Reinspection fee
One reinspection free; second and subsequent reinspection is $100 each
Fees are paid through CORE or an issuing agent under the state program
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
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Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- CORE portal or email to SFMO.permits-licensing@tn.gov (phone)
- Inspection hours
- State law requires inspections within three working days of request, footer inspections within one working day
- Time windows
- State law requires inspections within three working days of request, footer inspections within one working day
Typical sequence: Foundation, rough-in/framing, final; plumbing and mechanical inspections also apply to new construction
One free reinspection per permit, then $100 each
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Frequently asked
Common questions about Collinwood permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Collinwood, TN? ▸
State residential building permit required for new residential construction within Collinwood city limits; local city permit requirements were not clearly published
02 How much does a building permit cost in Collinwood, TN? ▸
Building permit fees in Collinwood, TN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $100 for $0 to $5,000 estimated construction cost. Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based state fee schedule. Plan check fee: Not separately listed.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Collinwood, TN? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Collinwood, TN, follow these steps: 1. Confirm whether the project is covered by the state residential permit program or any local city requirement. 2. For residential new construction in the city limits, use the Tennessee state residential permit process. 3. Contact City Hall if a local city permit, zoning, or utility-related approval is also needed. 4. Submit any required state permit through CORE or an issuing agent. 5. Schedule state inspections through CORE or by email to the State Fire Marshal system. 6. Obtain any separate local approvals before starting work.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Collinwood, TN? ▸
Building permit processing times in Collinwood, TN typically run No Collinwood-specific public processing time found; state inspections occur within three working days of request, one working day for footers. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Collinwood, TN? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Collinwood, TN. The following work is generally exempt: New construction is the focus of the state residential permit program; Renovations are not covered by the state residential permit requirement; Other local utility or zoning work may still need approval even if the state residential permit is not required. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Collinwood, TN? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Collinwood, TN via: CORE portal or email to SFMO.permits-licensing@tn.gov.
last verified April 2026
source City of Collinwood City Hall / City Recorder ↗
entry id permits/tennessee/wayne/collinwood
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Collinwood City Hall / City Recorder before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.