Do You Need a Roofing Permit in Nashville?
Usually yes
Nashville requires a building permit to install roofing, or to replace more than one-third of the roof. Repairs to an existing roof up to 33% of the roof area count as normal maintenance.
Source: Metro Nashville Codes: Residential Building Permit Procedures
Nashville Roofing Permits at a Glance
- Permits, last 12 months
- 1,158
- Issued, last 30 days
- 107
- Median application to issue
- 27 days
- Median declared job value
- $80,100
- Issuing office
- Metro Nashville Department of Codes and Building Safety
- Rule last checked
- October 30, 2026
Permits Issued per Month
Counts are approximate: we match permit types and descriptions to roofing work. Data from Metro Nashville Building Permits Issued, refreshed October 30, 2026.
What Nashville's Rules Say
- Permit: new roof layer or replacing more than 1/3 of the roof.
- Exempt: repairs up to 33% of the roof area.
- Replacing more than 64 sq ft of roof decking needs a permit.
Nashville Roofing Permit Fees
We have not verified Nashville's fee for this work from an official fee schedule yet, so we don't quote one. The Metro Nashville Department of Codes and Building Safety sets the fee when you apply.
Busiest Areas for Roofing Permits
| ZIP code | Permits (12 mo) |
|---|---|
| 37203 | 117 |
| 37205 | 84 |
| 37209 | 74 |
| 37207 | 72 |
| 37211 | 70 |
| 37206 | 61 |
How to Get a Roofing Permit in Nashville
- Confirm the rule for your exact job on the official page cited above. Size, height, structure and location (historic district, floodplain) can change the answer.
- Choose who applies. Many permits here must be pulled by a licensed contractor; ask any contractor to name the license they will use.
- Apply with the Metro Nashville Department of Codes and Building Safety through the official department website.
- Schedule inspections as the permit requires, and keep the final approval with your house records.
Recent Nashville Roofing Permits
| Issued | Address | Work |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-28 | 1209 Brown St | To erect 1 non-illuminated, 6sqft, shingle sign for Eberjey. Shingle sign must comply with SP Zoning Ordinance #BL2021-8 |
| 2026-10-28 | 135 2Nd Ave N | To erect 1 non-illuminated, 9sqft, shingle sign for T2 Investments. Shingle sign must comply with MHZC historic sign per |
| 2026-10-28 | 1104 Dodson St | ***DUPLEX - DO NOT AUTHORIZE TRADES***To remove existing 2 X 8 floor joists on 24 centers and replace with 2 X 10 floor |
| 2026-10-27 | 303 31St Ave N 103 | To conduct new tenant build-out for BELLCHASE BAKEHOUSE (restaurant, take-out). No change to exterior building/roof line |
| 2026-10-27 | 601 B S 13Th St | To construct a DADU facing the alley with a footprint of 849 sf, 707 sf of living space on the second floor, 849 sf of u |
| 2026-10-27 | 503 Cleveland St | To construct Building 2 , a 3-story building establishing two single-family stacked flats. Unit 3 (addressed as 503 Clev |
| 2026-10-27 | 895 N 5Th St | To construct Building 1 , a 3-story building establishing two single-family stacked flats. Unit 1 (addressed as 895 N 5t |
| 2026-10-27 | 439 Opry Mills Dr | PERMIT AMENDMENT ONLY for CACR-2026072636. To include removal of one hood over bread oven only. Interior only. No change |
| 2026-10-27 | 2704 W Linden Ave | RENO roof, siding and drywall inside no change to foot print. NO HVAC -- NO PLUMBING-- NEED ELECTRICAL TRADE OPENED THE |
| 2026-10-26 | 117 B Alton Rd | To install a 16' X 36' concrete swimming pool and 8.5' X 8.5' spa to the rear of existing single family home. Minimum si |
Addresses and work descriptions as published by the city. Owner names and phone numbers are removed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a roofing permit in Nashville?
Usually yes. Nashville requires a building permit to install roofing, or to replace more than one-third of the roof. Repairs to an existing roof up to 33% of the roof area count as normal maintenance.
How many roofing permits does Nashville issue?
Nashville issued 1,158 permits matching roofing work between October 30, 2025 and October 30, 2026, about 97 a month. The busiest month was Apr 2026 with 115.
How much does a roofing permit cost in Nashville?
We have not yet verified Nashville's fee for this work from an official fee schedule, so we do not quote one. The fee is set by the Metro Nashville Department of Codes and Building Safety when you apply.
How long does it take to get a roofing permit in Nashville?
Based on the city's records, the median time from application to issue for these permits was 27 days over the last 12 months.
Who issues roofing permits in Nashville?
The Metro Nashville Department of Codes and Building Safety.
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Sources
Official sources checked on . Rules change; confirm with the department before you start work.
- Metro Nashville Codes: Residential Building Permit Procedures (linked above) (nashville.gov)
- Metro Nashville Codes: Projects That May or May Not Require a Permit (filetransfer.nashville.gov)