Tennessee · TN
Tennessee residential & ADU permit data
Nashville anchors a high-growth Southern market
Housing law
Accessory dwelling units in Tennessee are regulated locally; there is no statewide ADU mandate, so rules vary by city and county.
Tennessee has no statewide upzoning law; residential density is set by local zoning, with Nashville pursuing its own reforms.
Local zoning (no statewide mandate)
Jurisdictions we cover
NashvilleMemphis
Cities we cover in Tennessee
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Tennessee ADU & permit data — FAQ
Does Tennessee allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs)?
Accessory dwelling units in Tennessee are regulated locally; there is no statewide ADU mandate, so rules vary by city and county.
What is Tennessee's missing-middle / upzoning law?
Tennessee has no statewide upzoning law; residential density is set by local zoning, with Nashville pursuing its own reforms.
Where does Igni get Tennessee permit data?
Sourced live from Metro Nashville's open-data portal (building permits with a dedicated detached-ADU flag; public domain); plus Memphis.
Which Tennessee cities does Igni cover?
Igni has live permit coverage for Nashville, Memphis in Tennessee, with more jurisdictions expanding.
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Sourced live from Metro Nashville's open-data portal (building permits with a dedicated detached-ADU flag; public domain); plus Memphis.
Informational only, not legal advice. Housing law changes — verify current statutes before relying on this.