Permit Research & Due Diligence in Nashville
The cheapest time to find a permitting problem is before you commit. Before you buy, lease or start design, NashPermits researches what your project or property will need, so you can plan, budget and schedule with confidence.
We research jurisdictional requirements and establish a clear permitting path for contractors, developers, architects, investors and business owners across Davidson, Williamson, Rutherford, Sumner, Wilson and Maury counties.
What our research covers
- Jurisdiction and department mapping: exactly which offices your project will go through
- Required permits and approvals for your intended scope and use
- Zoning and overlay considerations that could affect what you can build or operate
- Permit history review for a property, where records are available
- A clear permitting path with the likely order of approvals and what each requires
How it works
Tell us the property and plans
Share the address and what you're considering. We'll confirm the scope of research and send a quote, usually within one business day.
We research the requirements
We review the applicable codes, zoning and department requirements for your project.
You get a clear summary
We lay out the approvals needed, the likely sequence and anything that could affect cost or schedule.
We can take it from there
If you move forward, we can handle the permits and approvals we identified.
Why local research is worth it
Online information is often incomplete or out of date, and requirements differ between Metro Nashville and the surrounding cities and counties.
Elizabeth Hamburg knows the local departments and how they actually operate, so your research reflects how things really work, not just what the website says.
Who we work with
- Investors and buyers evaluating a property
- Business owners before signing a lease
- Developers assessing a site
- Architects and contractors scoping a new project
What clients say
“Elizabeth is our go-to resource for all things permitting. She has a vast knowledge of the codes process and is able to significantly expedite our permitting times, allowing us to better focus on our construction projects.”
“Very responsive and easy to work with. Streamlines the building process within the middle TN area.”
Permit Research & Due Diligence FAQs
When should I order permit research?
Before you buy, lease or finalize design. That's when finding an issue costs the least.
Can you tell me if my business is allowed at a location?
We can research the zoning and approvals that apply to your intended use at that address and tell you what we find.
Do you look up a property's permit history?
Where records are available, yes. Permit history can reveal open permits or past work that affects your plans.
Can you handle the permits after the research?
Yes. Many clients have us carry the project through the permits and approvals we identified.
How does pricing work?
We quote per project based on what you need researched. Send us the address and your plans and we'll reply with a quote.
More questions? See our full FAQ page or browse all permit services.
Considering a property or project?
Send us the project address and scope of work. We'll reply within one business day with the approvals you need and a quote.
Call or text 615-815-5499 · team@nashpermits.com