Murfreesboro regulates development near waterways, lakes, and riparian areas through buffer zones and environmental review. Projects near water features may require additional permits.
Murfreesboro regulates development near rivers, streams, lakes, and wetlands through buffer zone requirements and environmental review. Riparian setbacks typically range from 25 to 100 feet depending on waterway classification. Wetland fill or alteration requires federal Army Corps of Engineers permits. Floodplain development restrictions apply within FEMA-designated flood zones. Streambank stabilization projects need permits. Environmental impact assessments may be required for larger projects near water resources.
Building in buffer zone without permit: stop-work and fines $500 to $5,000. Wetland violations: federal fines up to $25,000 per day. Unpermitted streambank work: restoration orders.
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Murfreesboro prohibits storing abandoned, inoperable, or unregistered vehicles on public streets or visible on private property. Vehicles may be tagged and t...
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Murfreesboro regulates electric vehicle charging infrastructure for residential and commercial properties. Building codes may require EV-ready parking in new...
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Murfreesboro regulates overnight parking on public streets. Many areas restrict parking between certain hours or require permits for overnight street parking.
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Murfreesboro requires pool barriers meeting safety codes to prevent drowning. Fences must be at least 4 to 5 feet tall with self-closing, self-latching gates.
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Murfreesboro requires permits for retaining walls above a certain height, typically 4 feet. Engineering review may be required for taller walls.
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Murfreesboro restricts or prohibits intentional feeding of wildlife including deer, coyotes, and bears. Feeding wildlife creates public safety hazards and nu...
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