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Arlington, Tennessee Building Permits & Zoning

Regulatory data for residential homebuilders and land developers

3.8

Friction Index Low Regulatory Environment

Permit Timeline

21 days

3 weeks

Total Fees Est.

$5,925

per residential lot

Impact Fees

$4,500

per lot

Permit Fee

$1,050

residential

Plan Review Fee

$375

per application

Delay Risk

10%

probability of delay

Zoning & Requirements

Permitting Requirements

✓ Building permit application
✓ Site plan
✓ Erosion control plan
✓ Fire department review
✓ Utility connection permits
✓ Stormwater plan (subdivisions)
✓ TDEC septic permit (if applicable)

Process Notes

Staffing & Operations

Small but growing town actively welcoming development. Quick turnaround on residential permits. Developer-friendly administration.

Recent Changes

June 2025: Updated subdivision regulations to accommodate larger master-planned communities. Utility infrastructure expanding along Highway 70 corridor.

Rezone Probability

82%

Contact Information

Permit Office Phone

(901) 867-2620

Official Website

https://www.townofarlington.org/departments/planning-building

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