Special Events & Permits in Williamson County, TN (2026)

1 county-level rule, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Williamson County, Tennessee.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Williamson County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.

Street Fair Rules

Street fairs, festivals, carnivals and similar events on private property in Williamson County need Special Use approval as a Special Event - Extensive Impact under the Zoning Ordinance, capped at 15 cumulative days per year on a single parcel (30 days in the Leiper's Fork Village district). Applicants must notify the Sheriff's Department, Office of Public Safety and local fire department before the BZA or Planning Staff will act.

Williamson County Festival and Fair Permit Rules

Significant Restrictions

Williamson County, TN, Zoning Ordinance § 11.05(D)(7)

The procedures and standards of this Subsection shall apply to all special events (including but not limited to cultural events, musical events, celebrations, festivals, fairs, carnivals, circuses, artisan sales, and communal camping) held on private property within the County, unless exempted. C. There shall be a maximum of fifteen (15) cumulative days per calendar year on a single parcel or s...

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Special Events & Permits by City in Williamson County

1 cities in Williamson County have their own special events & permits rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.

FranklinPop. 83,454

5 verified rules • Block Party Permits, Parade Permits

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