Building and Codes Department
Licenses
Electrical Licenses
The City requires electrical contractors to obtain a City of Murfreesboro electrical license to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring, devices, signs and appliances. Section 11-50 of the City Code sets forth the limitations of work permitted by each class of license. The City's Board of Electrical Examiners is responsible for administering the exams for the classes listed.
The fees are due and payable by October 1 of each year.
| Electrical License Fees |
| Class 1A Electrical Contractor |
$200
|
| Class 1B Electrical Contractor |
$100
|
| Class III Residential Electrical Contractor |
$ 75
|
| Class III Electrical Heating and AC Contractor |
$ 75
|
| Class IV Electrical Sign Contractor |
$ 75
|
| Special License |
$100
|
| Journeyman Electrical registration fee |
$ 20
|
Gas Licenses
The City requires gas contractors to obtain a City of Murfreesboro gas license to install or modify gas piping, venting or equipment. Section 15-25 of the City Code sets forth the limitations of work permitted by each class of license. The City's Board of Gas Examiners is responsible for administering the exams for the classes listed.
The fees are due and payable on October 1 of each year.
Gas License Fees |
| Type |
Amount
|
| Class I Commercial Gas Contractor License |
$ 100
|
| Class II Residential Gas Contractor License |
$ 50
|
| Journeyman Gas Installer Registration |
$ 10
|
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The Murfreesboro Building and Codes Department was created in 1985 to provide for the protection and welfare of the citizens of Murfreesboro where building safety is concerned.
The department is charged with the responsibility of enforcing nationally recognized construction standards for all new construction, renovations and additions, and with enforcing minimum property maintenance standards. Inspection personnel are trained and certified by the State of Tennessee and strive to provide efficient and responsive service to the citizens of Murfreesboro.
A comprehensive building report for 2006 from the planning and engineering department is also available. |
