KUB sells State Electrical Permits for addresses in the county (Knox County and outlying counties that are in KUB’s service area). Permits are not issued through KUB for addresses within the City of Knoxville. The City of Knoxville issues permits within the city limits.

To obtain an Electrical Permit from KUB

If you have a valid state electrical license, you may purchase a permit using one of the following options:

  • Visit the State of Tennessee’s permit site at core.tn.gov (Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
  • Call the State of Tennessee’s permit office at 615-741-7170 (Available Monday – Friday 7:00-4:30  CST)

To purchase a permit, homeowners must contact the State of Tennessee when you are ready to for an inspection by visiting core.tn.gov or by calling 615-741-7170 Mon- Fri 8am-4:30pm(CST).

State of Tennessee Electrical Permit Fees

Current pricing for electrical permits is subject to change as directed by the State of Tennessee. KUB charges a $5 handling fee per electrical permit. Each service address must have a separate permit.

 

Fees
From 0 - 30 amp srvice   $35 
From 31 - 60 amp service   $35 
From 61 - 200 amp service   $35 
From 201 - 400 amp service   $40
From 401 - 600 amp service   $50
From 601 - 1,000 amp service   $90

 

Inspections

You must contact the State of Tennessee when you are ready to for an inspection by visiting core.tn.gov or by calling 615-741-7170 Mon- Fri 8am-4:30pm(CST).

 

Inspection Fees

For each rough-in inspection — $35
Inspection of a dwelling unit’s heating and/or cooling system — $35
Reinspection based on rejection of a 1-1,000 ampere capacity — $35

Call (865) 558-2555 for more information regarding electrical permits through KUB. Electric, gas, and plumbing permits for the City of Knoxville are available at:

The City/County Building
400 Main Street Room 505
Knoxville, TN 37902
(865) 215-2999

Gas Permits for the City of Farragut are available at:

11408 Municipal Center Dr
Farragut, TN 37922
(865) 675-2384