Town of Richlands processes and issues various permits and licenses. Permits and License applications may be obtained from the Town Hall or printed from The Town web page.
For questions regarding applications contact the Town of Richlands Town Hall at 276-964-2566 or See Building and Construction Page.

Residential Utility Service Applications

A Utility Service Application is required in order to establish electric, water/sewer and garbage services with the Town of Richlands. A Valid photo identification is required. Property owners need proof of ownership. Rentals need to complete Landlord Verification Form. Fees may apply. Residential Service Application may be accessed HERE

Commercial Utility Service Applications

A Utility Service Application is required in order to establish electric, water/sewer and garbage services with the Town of Richlands. A Zoning Permit is required. Fees Required. A Valid photo identification is required.Rentals need to complete Landlord Verification Form. Commercial Service Application may be accessed HERE

Dusk to Dawn Rental Light

A Twelve Month rental agreement is required for installation of dusk to dawn lights. Fees are based on type light requested. A site inspection by the town is mandatory prior to installation. Rental agreement may be accessed HERE

Business License

New Businesses are required to complete a Commercial Service Application a Business License Application(must be filed annually) and Zoning Permit

Construction requires a Zoning Permit from the town of Richlands. Building permits must be obtained from Tazewell County Department of Building Safety. You must obtain the zoning permit from the Town of Richlands prior to requesting a building permit.
For questions regarding type or required permit/license contact the Town of Richlands Town Hall at 276-964-2566 or See Building and Construction Page.

General Zoning Permits

A General Zoning Permit is required for all Erections, Placements, New Construction, Re-Construction, Alterations or Additions.
The Town of Richlands zone map details can be found here at COUNTY GIS MAP WITH RICHLANDS ZONING LAYER INFO

Business Operation Zoning Permits

A Zoning Permit for Business Operation is required for approval to operate a business in the Town of Richlands

Placement of Manufactured Housing

A Zoning Permit is required for the placement of Manufactured Housing