City Building Permits

Soddy-Daisy, TENNESSEE Building Permit Guide

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

Tennessee Hamilton County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

City permit authority for work inside Soddy-Daisy city limits.

Department
City of Soddy-Daisy Building and Permits
Address
9835 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
Phone
(423) 332-5323
Website
https://soddy-daisy.org/departments/building.php

Online Permit Portal

Open

Platform: No public online building permit portal located • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Contact City Hall for the permit type needed.
  2. Purchase the permit in person or over the phone.
  3. If handled by phone, print the permit, sign it, and return it by email.
  4. Email building plans directly to the city inspectors when plans are required.
  5. Obtain permit issuance before starting work.
  6. Call City Hall to schedule inspections through final approval.

Typical processing time: Not clearly posted on the public pages reviewed.

Source: City of Soddy-Daisy Building and Permits

General Requirements

The city states building, plumbing, electrical, gas, HVAC, and excavation permits may be purchased through City Hall. Its FAQ lists required permits for pools over two feet deep, retaining walls over four feet, and business signage, among other work.

Required Documents

  • Permit form
  • Printed signed permit if purchased by phone
  • Building plans emailed to the inspectors when needed
  • Engineered retaining wall drawing for walls over four feet
Permit validity
Not clearly posted on the public pages reviewed.
Building code
2018 IBC, 2018 IRC, 2018 IPC, 2018 IMC, 2018 IFGC, 2018 IFC, 2018 ISPSC, 2018 IECC, 2017 NEC, ANSI 2017 accessibility code, and NFPA 101 2018
Owner-builder
Not clearly posted on the public pages reviewed.
Contractor requirements
The city states applicants must be licensed with the City of Chattanooga, Hamilton County, or the State of Tennessee to purchase permits.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
Not clearly posted
Plan check fee
Not clearly posted
Permit fee formula
Not clearly posted
Payment note
Permits may be purchased in person or over the phone; phone purchases require printing, signing, and returning the permit by email.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Cosmetic alterations to existing residences such as paint, wallpaper, and carpeting
  • Alterations that do not exceed $1,000 and do not involve structural changes

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Call City Hall at (423) 332-5323 (phone)
Inspection hours
Weekdays 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Typical inspection sequence: The city posts a normal order list by trade and states each permit requires ongoing inspections with a final inspection at job completion.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of Soddy-Daisy Building and Permits before applying.

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Important: This page is an educational resource provided by jaspector.com. It is not legal advice, and it does not substitute for official guidance from the permit authority listed above. Permit requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the issuing department before beginning any construction project. Use of this page does not create an attorney-client relationship. Jaspector assumes no liability for any outcomes arising from reliance on this information.

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