Building Inspector:
Billy Stout

101 University Street
P.O. Box 290
Martin, TN 38237
(731) 587-3126 Ext: 222

Building Inspector
 
Storm Water Management
Historic Zoning
Municipal Zoning Ordinance
   
   

 
Building Permits

Building permits are required for the following:

  • New construction, additions, and remodeling involving structural items
  • Satellite dishes
  • Enclosing a garage or carport
  • Storage buildings
  • Swimming pools
  • Covered Decks

If in doubt about whether a permit is required, call the Building Inspector 587-3126 Ext 222.


 

Building Codes

The City of Martin has adopted the following :

  • Standard Building Code, 1991 Edition
  • Standard Fire Prevention Code, 1991 Edition
  • National Fire Prevention Association Codes and Standards, 1993 Edition
  • Standard Gas Code, 1991 Edition
  • Standard Mechanical Code, 1991 Edition
  • Standard Plumbing code, 1991 Edition
  • National Electrical Code, 1999 Edition
  • Standard Existing Building Codes, 1988 Edition
  • Standard Amusement Device Code
  • Standard Housing Code, 1991 Edition
  • Standard Swimming Pool Code, 1991 Edition
  • Standard Unsafe Building Abatement Code, 1985 Edition

 

The City has adopted local amendments to these codes.