Union City Housing Update: Permits, Zoning & What’s Moving This March
Union City, TN – March 17, 2026 – Local permitting rules, zoning updates and steady residential activity shape this week’s housing snapshot.
Top takeaways
- Building permit fees remain scaled to project value, with certificates of occupancy required before use.
- Site plans and zoning review apply to new construction, subdivisions and multi-unit projects.
- Tiny and manufactured homes are allowed under defined state and local standards.
Permits & construction activity
Residential work in Union City continues to flow through the city’s Building & Inspection Department. Permit fees are based on the total construction estimate, and a certificate of occupancy is required before a structure can be used. Water and sewer connections may require inspection to confirm they meet current standards.
For larger residential projects, including apartment developments and subdivisions, site plan review and zoning approval are part of the process. Stormwater plans are required for qualifying acreage, with review fees tied to project size.
Zoning notes for homeowners
City ordinances outline how manufactured homes and tiny homes can be placed within residential districts. New builds must submit scaled site plans and construction drawings, and electrical systems must comply with state requirements. Multiple tiny homes may be allowed on a single property if lot standards are met.
Property owners considering additions, conversions or new housing types should confirm zoning and permit requirements before starting work.
Local real estate context
Union City, the county seat of Obion County, remains a primarily single-family market with a mix of established neighborhoods and infill opportunities. With no major rezoning announcements posted in the past month, activity appears focused on routine residential permits, small-scale development and property improvements.
Are you seeing more remodels, new builds or listings in your neighborhood this spring?
Sources
https://www.unioncitytn.gov/permit-utility-inspection-fees/
https://www.unioncitytn.gov/planning-review-fees/
https://www.unioncitytn.gov/tiny-homes/
https://www.unioncitytn.gov/manufactured-homes/
https://www.unioncitytn.gov/