Metro Nashville and Davidson County codes and building safety staff who review permits and handle inspections.
Metro Nashville and Davidson County provides building codes and safety services through the Codes and Building Safety department. Its website covers services such as requesting property inspections, applying for permits and submitting complaints, and it warns residents about prevalent scams. Owners and builders in Nashville deal with this department when they apply for permits and schedule inspections.
We are a private firm and are not part of Metro government. We prepare permit drawings that show how the building meets the adopted codes, answer reviewer comments and explain the inspection steps during construction. We encourage owners to use official channels and to be cautious about anyone who contacts them unexpectedly about permits or fees, and we are glad to help you confirm that a request is genuine.
Visit the official Nashville Codes website
Plans checked against adopted codes.
Visits at key stages of construction.
Requests and applications online.
Official guidance on protecting yourself.
Local rules may amend model codes.
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