The Town of Oakland, TN, is currently enforcing the 2021 ICC codes with local amendments. As per local code, each new single-family residence with an attached garage is required to have a heat detector installed that is interconnected with the home’s smoke alarms. The state controls all permitting and inspections for electrical.
Code Enforcement FAQ’s
Amended 18-01 Parking Ordinance
An ordinance to amend the town of Oakland Municipal Code of Ordinances, specifically town ordinance 18-01, related to parking of vehicles on residential streets and residential lots
An ordinance of the town of Oakland, Tennessee, regulating the Parking of vehicles on residential streets and residential lots and Amending title 15, chapter 6 of the Oakland municipal code relating to parking
- Angle parking
- Occupancy of more than one space
- Where prohibited
- Loading and unloading zones
- Presumption with respect to illegal parking
- Certain vehicles parking on residential streets and lots
Junked Motor Vehicles information:
- Definitions
- Violations a civil offense
- Exceptions
- Enforcement
- Penalty for violations
| Name | Title |
|---|---|
| Joe McDonald | Building & Code Director |
| Walter Owen | |
| Chris Pate |
The Oakland Planning & Zoning, and Building & Code Enforcement Departments Information
The Oakland Planning & Zoning, Building & Code Enforcement Departments currently oversees the development and construction of residential, commercial, and industrial land. Both departments are situated at the Town’s Annex building located at 70 Clay Street, Suite 4.
How to apply for a new single family permit
Apply for a Remodel Building Permit
The General Permit Information download provides general information to homeowners/contractors for permits issued for accessory structures (storage sheds, garages, gazebos, arbors, etc.), pools, fences, patio covers, and decks.
The Design Review Guidelines are intended primarily for commercial and industrial development and application submittal dates are provided for development applications for the Oakland Planning Commission, Oakland Design Review Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals.
- Oakland Thoroughfare Plan Final Report
- Design Review Guidelines
- 2026 Planning Commission Application Submittal Dates
- 2026 Design Review Commission Application Submittal Dates
- 2026 Board of Zoning Appeals Application Submittal Dates
For Burn Permits, call 901-465-2327.
Recurring Meetings
Town Board Meeting
Date: 3rd Thursday of every month;
Time: 7:00 pm;
Location:City Hall (Courtroom)BZA (Board Zone Appeals)
Date: 4th Tuesday of every month;
Time: 7:00 pm;
Location: City Hall (Courtroom)Design Review Commission Meeting
Date: 1st Tuesday of every month;
Time: 6:00 pm;
Location: City Hall (Courtroom)Planning Committee Meeting
Date: 1st Tuesday of every month;
Time: 6:30 pm;
Location: City Hall (Courtroom)
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