The Development Guides provide step by step guide to the process and links to key documents that will be helpful whether you are an experienced developer operating in Metro Nashville Davidson County or brand new to the process. The Development Guides cover everything from pre-application meetings, to plan review, permitting, inspections, project close-out for many types of residential water/sewer, commercial water/sewer, infill, and stormwater projects. If you are beginning a process that requires sign-off from Metro Water Services Development Services, we highly recommend that you start with a review of the applicable Development Guide save yourself time and money.
Permitting Performance
Learn about Water Services permitting performance.
Introduction to Development Guides
Start with a high-level view of the processes to secure the necessary signoffs to receive a Building Permit, as well as various other associated permits.
Process Overview for Owners and Developers
Develop your understanding of project requirements early in the process.
Lay and Deed Development Guide
The Lay and Deed function ensures that local growth is enabled but also appropriately regulated and legally recorded, as required by law.
Infill Development Guide
An "infill" project is one that involves either the new or significant redevelopment of a lot that is not a part of a grading permitted subdivision.
Single Family Residential Development Guide
See the step-by-step process for securing a residential Building Permit.
Multifamily and Commercial Development Guide
Learn about the steps required to secure a Building Permit for a commercial or multifamily facility.
Stormwater Development Guide
Follow this guide to understand the Stormwater permitting process and the steps required.
Water Services Refund Request Form
To request a fee refund , complete form and submit via email to [email protected].
Development Services Online Payments
New! Submit payments online and print receipts via Nashville ePermits.