Get Grady County Building Department

A state residential building permit is not required for detached garages, sheds, barns or other detached structures that are not used for living purposes. A building permit must be purchased online or at a local Issue Agent. The cost of the building permit is based on the estimated cost of construction.

The County Department of Building & Development Services is responsible for the issuing of permits and conducting inspections for new construction, modifications and other building related activities within Washington County and the Towns of Damascus and Glade Spring.

103.1. 2 Temporary Structures: A special building permit for a limited time shall be obtained before the of temporary structures such as construction sheds, seats, canopies, tents and fences used in construction work or for temporary purposes such as reviewing stands.

When is a building permit needed in Tennessee? Building permits in Tennessee are normally needed whenever you construct, alter, enlarge, repair, move, or demolish a structure. This includes interior remodeling and the construction of small accessory structures such as decks and detached garages.

Sheds and carports that are 10 feet by 10 feet (10' x 10') in size or larger require a permit. All must be set within the required setbacks for the property. Utility sheds and similar structures cannot be converted to or be used as a living space.

You would need to call (901) 222-8411 to have a blank permit application mailed to your address.

Places in Tennessee without residential building codes are: Benton County. Auburntown. Carroll County. Cocke County. Parrottsville. Decatur County. Dowelltown. Slayden.

You should receive your building permit in around two days if the review process is completed without any issue. If there are discrepancies in the application or building plans themselves, you will be required to make changes and resubmit the plans to the review board.