The Trousdale County Planning, Codes, and Zoning Department is committed to guiding responsible growth and development throughout Trousdale County while preserving the character and quality of life that make our community unique. The department works closely with residents, businesses, developers, and local officials to ensure construction, land use, and development activities comply with county regulations, zoning ordinances, and applicable building codes.
Through planning, permitting, inspections, and zoning administration, the department supports safe development, protects property values, and helps promote orderly growth for the future of Trousdale County. Whether assisting with new construction, renovations, subdivision development, or zoning information, the department strives to provide professional, responsive, and transparent service to the public.
Please make your appointments 24 hours in advance
Permits may be submitted online
Online Forms
PUBLIC HEARINGS (to go before County Commission)
Public Hearings are during the County Commission meeting held on the fourth Monday of each month.
Public Hearings are also followed by the 2nd/final reading of the Ordinance to enact the rezoning. Please see the Calendar for meeting details and location.
Planning Commission (Planning Commission Page)
Planning Commission meets on the second Monday of each month.
You may visit the Planning Commission page for Agendas, Minutes, and other documentation.
Board of Zoning Appeals (Board of Zoning Appeals)
You may visit the Board of Zoning Appeals page for Agendas, Minutes, and other documentation.
Mining Regulations
USPS Cluster Mailbox Regulations
Builder and Developer information packet for the use and installation of Cluster Box Units
SEPTIC TANK PERMITS
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
SEPTIC PERMIT CUSTOMERS
Appointments for septic permits and other DWR services can be made directly with:
Cookeville Environmental Field Office 931-520-6688
or through their ONLINE SERVICE REQUEST
Apply online for Division of Water Resources services
including septic permits go to: https://tdec.tn.gov/septic
Septic files are available online at: https://tdec.tn.gov/filenetsearch
Open PDF documents in Adobe software to fill out forms and use digital signatures.
