Tennessee Code Title 13. Public Planning and Housing § 13-8-104

After May 22, 2008, prior to the installation or replacement of a security gate or barrier at a gated facility or community, the developer or owner shall obtain a security gate or barrier permit from the authority having jurisdiction in the area where the security gate or barrier is to be replaced or installed. A permit shall only be issued for a security gate or barrier meeting the requirements of this chapter. Prior to any changes, alterations or blocking of private streets, plans detailing the change accompanied by drawings, shall be submitted to the authority having jurisdiction over the gated facility or community for approval. A county or municipal building or codes inspector shall inspect all such installations. The inspections of security gates or barriers shall be conducted at the same time as other inspections of the gated facility or community are performed by a county or municipal building or codes inspector.