Murfreesboro Historic Exterior Work Permit Guide

Murfreesboro properties in the East Main Street Historic Zone need a certificate of appropriateness before building permits for new structures, additions, demolition, relocation, and exterior alterations or repairs.

Permit takeaway

Murfreesboro says properties in the East Main Street Historic Zone must obtain a certificate of appropriateness from the Historic Zoning Commission before applying for a building permit for listed exterior work.

Zoning and placement

Historic review applies to new structures such as garages or fences, additions, demolition, relocation, and exterior alterations or repairs.

Building and trade review

Staff determine whether a certificate of appropriateness can be approved administratively or must go to Historic Zoning Commission review.

Call before applying when

Call before planning exterior work in the East Main Street Historic Zone, especially garages, fences, additions, demolition, relocation, or visible exterior repairs.

Documents to prepare

• Certificate of appropriateness application
• Drawings
• Materials information
• Site photos if requested
• Building permit materials after COA approval

Inspection planning

• Contact Planning and Engineering
• Meet staff if required
• Submit COA application
• Obtain administrative or HZC approval
• Apply for building permit after COA

Official sources

• Murfreesboro Historic Zoning Commission Process
• Murfreesboro Building and Codes
• Murfreesboro Permit Center

This guide is a planning summary. Always verify the current requirements with the local office before starting work.