ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) permit in La Vergne, TN
Yes — you need a permit for adu (accessory dwelling unit) work in La Vergne.
| Permit needed? | Yes |
|---|---|
| Where the line falls | No size threshold in the code |
| Fee | Set by the fee schedule adopted with the annual budget. |
| Review time | Not in the ordinance |
| Code section | Sec. 12-601 (construction/enlargement of dwellings); R105.2 |
| Based on | IRC 2018 as amended (Sec. 12-601) |
How to pull the permit
- Put together a site plan showing where the work goes, with dimensions.
- Apply through the La Vergne building department.
- Pay the permit fee when the permit is issued. Work done before that isn't covered.
- Book each inspection listed on the permit as the job reaches that stage.
If you skip it
Fine under the general penalty clause and/or permit revocation.
Nearby cities, same job
Rules stop at the city line. If your lot is near a boundary, or you work across several towns, this is where they differ.
| City | Distance | Permit? | Where the line falls |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Vergne | — | Yes | No size threshold in the code |
| Smyrna | 4 mi | Yes | Building an accessory dwelling unit (garage apartment, ca… |
| Nolensville | 8 mi | Yes | No size threshold in the code |
| Brentwood | 12 mi | Yes | No size threshold in the code |
| Mount Juliet | 13 mi | Yes | No size threshold in the code |
| Murfreesboro | 14 mi | Yes | A new accessory dwelling unit (garage apartment, casita) … |
See every Tennessee city on adu (accessory dwelling unit) work
Other work in La Vergne
- Fence Depends
- Deck Depends
- Shed Depends
- Swimming Pool Depends
- Roof Replacement Depends
- Water Heater —
- HVAC Replacement Depends
- Electrical Panel Yes
- Demolition —
- Driveway —
- Tree Removal —
- Sign —
- Short-Term Rental —
- ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) Yes
- Garage Depends
- Basement Yes
- Above-Ground Pool Depends
Questions people ask
How much does a adu (accessory dwelling unit) permit cost in La Vergne?
Set by the fee schedule adopted with the annual budget.. Valuation-based fees mean the number depends on what the job is worth, so the department quotes it when you apply.
I already built it without a permit. What now?
La Vergne can issue a stop-work order and require you to apply after the fact, sometimes with an extra fee. Work that was covered up may have to be opened for inspection. Full walkthrough here.
Does unpermitted work cause problems when selling the house?
Often, yes. A buyer's inspector or the title company may flag it, and lenders can balk at financing a home with open or missing permits. What to do about it.