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A resolution authorizing the waiver of certain permit fees for the repair or rebuilding of property damaged as a result of the January 2026 winter storm.
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WHEREAS, on January 24-25, 2026, a significant winter storm struck Davidson County, causing widespread damage to homes and businesses; and
WHEREAS, the damage from the storm resulted in the Declaration of a State of Emergency by Mayor Freddie O’Connell; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Subsection 16.28.110(K) of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Metropolitan Council may, by resolution, authorize the Director of Codes Administration to waive building, electrical, gas/mechanical, and/or plumbing permit fees when a state of emergency is declared by the Mayor; and
WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County desires to assist its residents and businesses as they rebuild their homes and businesses by waiving all or a portion of the fees for building permits.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT OF NASHVILLE AND DAVIDSON COUNTY:
Section 1. Pursuant to Subsection 16.28.110(K) of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the director of codes administration is authorized and directed to waive building, electrical, gas/mechanical, and/or plumbing permit fees for repairs and rebuilding of residential and commercial properties damaged by the January 2026 winter storm.
Section 2. Property owners seeking a permit fee waiver pursuant to Section 1 must:
a. Obtain such permits to repair or rebuild damaged properties on or before August 31, 2026, and
b. Provide evidence satisfactory to the director of codes administration, or designee, that the work is being performed as result of damage from the January 2026 winter storm.
Section 3. That this resolution shall take effect from and after its adoption, the welfare of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County requiring it.