What is a Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee Permit Bond?
The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee Permit Bond is a surety bond that protects the public from damage or harm caused by registered contractors working in Nashville and Davidson County that fail to adhere to local laws and regulations.
The Metropolitan Government of Nashville, Department of Codes & Building Safety requires contractors who apply for Nashville and Davidson County building permits to obtain this bond. This permit bond ensures the contractor follows all the requirements and provisions of the Nashville and Davidson County building codes.
This bond guarantees to the obligee, aka the entity that requires the bond, that the principal (the contractor) will complete the project according to the bond’s terms. If the principal commits a fraudulent or illegal act, the permit bond provides a means for injured parties to recover damages. The injured party can file a claim against the contractor’s bond, and if the surety company finds the claim valid, the surety will compensate the injured party up to the bond amount. The contractor is ultimately responsible for reimbursing the surety for any claims paid out, plus additional fees and expenses incurred.
Who has to get this bond?
Contractors working in Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee, need this permit bond to qualify for the building permits they need to complete work within the boundaries of Nashville and Davidson County. However, the bond amount will vary according to the type of contract. The bond amounts for this bond are usually either $10,000 or $40,000.
How much does this bond cost?
The Nashville and Davidson County Permit Building Bond varies in bond amount depending on the type of contract, as listed below:
- Building under $25,000 – $10,000 bond amount
- Building $25,000 and over – $40,000 bond amount
- Electrical, gas, and mechanical – $40,000 bond amount
- Plumbing and excavation – $40,000 bond amount
Fortunately, that is not the amount you pay for your bond. With EZ Surety Bonds, you can instantly purchase this bond online for as low as $100 or $400, for the $10,000 or $40,000 bond amount, respectively. Plus, there is no credit check requirement.
Obligee Information
The obligee for the Nashville and Davidson County Permit Building Bond is the Metropolitan Government of Nashville, Department of Codes & Building Safety. If you would like to reach them, their contact information is as follows:
Department of Codes & Building Safety
Metropolitan Government of Nashville
800 Second Avenue South
Nashville, TN 37210
Phone:
Property Standards: 615-862-6590
Codes Administration: 615-862-6500
Email:
zoningappointments@nashville.gov
How to get your Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee Permit Bond
Apply online at EZ Surety Bonds to purchase your Nashville and Davidson County Permit Building Bond instantly. No credit check is required, and if you still have any questions, please reach out to our surety experts at info@ezsuretybonds.com or by calling 1-866-546-4605. We’re here to help with any of your surety bonding needs!
Frequently asked questions
To obtain Nashville and Davidson County building permits, generally, contractors must have proof of the following requirements:
• Business License (Davidson County)
• Permit bond in the amount of $10,000 or $40,000, depending on the type of contract
• State License, Home Improvement, or State Contractors License may be required depending on the type of work involved
• Proof of Workman’s Compensation
• Other specialty contractor licensing requirements
To apply for a building permit for Nashville and Davidson County, visit the Nashville ePermits website.
The bond amount for the Nashville and Davidson County Permit Building Bond ranges from $10,000 to $40,000, depending on the contract type. At EZ Surety Bonds, you can instantly purchase your bond online for a premium as low as $100 or $400 for the $10,000 and $40,000 bond amounts, respectively, with no credit check required. Simply fill out the short application form on our website to get your bond today!
Once you purchase your permit bond, we will mail the original bond to you. Every obligee has their own set of filing requirements. Some obligees allow electronically filed bonds, while others require you to sign the original document and mail it to them. Be sure to check what your obligee’s filing requirements are before doing anything with your bond.
