# Building permits at 3900 Murphy Rd, Nashville, TN

116 38th Ave N: demolition permitted Jun 18, a new building Jul 31.

One permit on record here. The newest, Jul 8: To demolish existing residence and detached storage building. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 16 more permits since May 1. Four are for new buildings, the nearest 95 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 8, 2026 | Demolition | to demolish existing residence and detached storage building. RS7.5 Zoning. not to be burned on lot. see attached email from NDOT dated June 13, 2024 indicating that NDOT does not wish to review demolition applications. for every 50' site frontage, a 24 x 36 d/f sign must be placed in English and Sp | $10,000 | [2026053333](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/permit/2026053333/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

16 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months).

### Next door (under 250 ft), 2 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 2026 | [103 39th Ave N](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/address/103-39th-ave-n/) | 95 ft N | New building | The scope is to construct a new DADU with an 840 sqft foot print. Garage will be 840 SF and finished space will be 840 SF. Minimum side setback is 3'ft. Minimum rear setback is 3' ft. Minimum side street setback is 20' ft. Not to be constructed over any easements. The holder of this permit hereby ce | $197,644 | [2026029873](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/permit/2026029873/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [3900 B Murphy Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/address/3900-b-murphy-rd/) | 35 ft N | Demolition | to demolish existing 343 sf garage and 1325 sf driveway. RS7.5 Zoning. not to be burned on lot. see attached email from NDOT dated June 13, 2024 indicating that NDOT does not wish to review demolition applications. for every 50' site frontage, a 24 x 36 d/f sign must be placed in English and Spanish | $5,000 | [2026056484](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/permit/2026056484/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 8 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 29, 2026 | [4019 Colorado Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/address/4019-colorado-ave/) | 910 ft W | Alteration or repair | 1. Demo of existing ventless fireplace 2. Frame opening and new 2 story chimney ventless fireplace. 3. Install heatilator Icon 42 burning prefix fireplace | $15,000 | [2026073373](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/permit/2026073373/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [4016 Westlawn Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/address/4016-westlawn-dr/) | 860 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Finish Existing Attic Space (914 sqft): Selective demolition of existing stud wall framing, subflooring as needed, roofing/decking/rafters/siding for dormer additions, and existing HVAC supply and return ductwork. Structural Framing & Building Envelope: Framing of interior walls and ceilings to crea | $616,329 | [2026075357](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/permit/2026075357/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [116 B 38th Ave N](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/address/116-b-38th-ave-n/) | 670 ft NE | New building | To construct a 1226 SF detached garage to the rear of new residence (permit #T2026051507). DADU will contain 663 SF of heated and cooled space, and 563 SF of garage/storage space. Minimum side setback is 3' ft. Minimum rear setback is 10' ft. No to be constructed over any easements. This permit not  | $149,377 | [2026051124](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/permit/2026051124/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [125 39th Ave N](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/address/125-39th-ave-n/) | 610 ft N | New building | to construct a single family residence with 4560 sf living area, 400 sf attached garage and 25 sf porch area with six bedrooms and six baths. RS7.5 Zoning. 33.6375' min front s/b; 5' min side s/b; 20' min rear s/b. maximum allowed height from average grade is 35'. maximum allowed eave height is 24'. | $799,185 | [2026025286](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/permit/2026025286/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [116 38th Ave N](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/address/116-38th-ave-n/) | 630 ft NE | New building | To construct a 2-story, 5 bedroom, 5.5 bath single family dwelling with 4,099 SF conditioned space, 466 SF for covered porch/decks/breezeway. Detached accessory garage/DADU to be constructed under permit #T2026051124. Not to be constructed over or obstruct any easements. Minimum 30.43' street, 5' si | $771,896 | [2026051507](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/permit/2026051507/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [3719 Meadowbrook Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/address/3719-meadowbrook-ave/) | 990 ft S | Alteration or repair | Update existing bathroom. Remove existing tub and replace with walk in shower. Remove existing shower and convert to a linen closet. Replace vanity and tile. Chang the a light above existing tub into an exhaust fan/light combo. And add one more can light in ceiling. Other mechanical to remain as is. | $60,000 | [2026057529](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/permit/2026057529/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [116 38th Ave N](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/address/116-38th-ave-n/) | 630 ft NE | Demolition | to demolish existing residence. RS7.5 Zoning. not to be burned on lot. see attached email from NDOT dated June 13, 2024 indicating that NDOT does not wish to review demolition applications. for every 50' site frontage, a 24 x 36 sign must be placed in English and Spanish with information in regards  | $3,000 | [2026050252](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/permit/2026050252/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [126 39th Ave N](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/address/126-39th-ave-n/) | 670 ft N | Alteration or repair | Changing existing duplex to single family home. Swapping out double meter to singular meter 200 amp service, adding door in between units, removing oven/cooktop from one of the units, and installing linked fire alarms in whole house. No other work is being performed on the home for other trades. Hom | $3,000 | [2026046165](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/permit/2026046165/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 6 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 21, 2026 | [3908 Utah Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/address/3908-utah-ave/) | 0.24 mi N | Demolition | to demolish existing residence and detached storage building. RS7.5 Zoning. not to be burned on lot. see attached email from NDOT dated June 13, 2024 indicating that NDOT does not wish to review demolition applications. for every 50' site frontage, a 24 x 36 d/f sign must be placed in English and Sp | $7,500 | [2026072087](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/permit/2026072087/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [4016 Nebraska Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/address/4016-nebraska-ave/) | 0.21 mi NW | Addition | To add additional square footage to an existing screen porch on the rear of the existing four bedroom three bath single family residence with approximately 192 sq ft in size. This will be unheated, non-living space. one floor addition. Electrical will be needed. RS7.5 Zoning. remains single family r | $107,492 | [2026063022](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/permit/2026063022/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [3703 B Meadowbrook Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/address/3703-b-meadowbrook-ave/) | 0.25 mi SE | Fence, wall or deck | To construct a single-story, 11' X 19' detached accessory garage using the original slab concrete for foundation. Must be constructed consistent with Historic Zoning (HZC) Commission Permit #2026045857. Existing detached accessory garage demolished under permit #2026055647. Structure height and setb | $13,836 | [2026058766](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/permit/2026058766/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [3703 B Meadowbrook Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/address/3703-b-meadowbrook-ave/) | 0.25 mi SE | Demolition | to demolish existing detached garage. RS7.5 Zoning. MHZC must review application. not to be burned on lot. separate permit required for detached garage. see attached email from NDOT dated June 13, 2024 indicating that NDOT does not wish to review demolition applications. for every 50' site frontage, | $5,000 | [2026055647](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/permit/2026055647/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [4105 Colorado Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/address/4105-colorado-ave/) | 0.24 mi W | Addition | Construct new attached screened porch (~415 SF) with adjoining deck and stairs (~145 SF) at the rear of the existing three bed two bath residence. Scope of work includes demolition of existing deck, new pier footings, framing, decking, screened wall system, and low-slope roof with skylights, along w | $114,360 | [2026027097](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/permit/2026027097/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [517 B Wilson Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/address/517-b-wilson-blvd/) | 0.23 mi SW | Addition | To establish a Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit (DADU) on the 2nd story of a two-story 26' X 30' (780 sq ft) detached accessory garage constructed under permits #201510796 & 201554202. Interior renovation to add a shower to the existing 1/2 bath and add a closet space (see prior approved floor plan  | $9,740 | [2026031883](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/permit/2026031883/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

We don't list zoning cases for Nashville yet. Look them up on the city's Metropolitan Board of Zoning Appeals page: https://www.nashville.gov/departments/codes/construction-and-permits/land-use-and-zoning-information/board-zoning-appeals

## More on this street

Other addresses on Murphy Rd with permits, nearest house number first:

- [3700 Murphy Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/address/3700-murphy-rd/): newest permit Jul 22, 2025
- [4108 Murphy Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/address/4108-murphy-rd/): newest permit Oct 6, 2026
- [3522 Murphy Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/address/3522-murphy-rd/): newest permit Dec 15, 2025
- [4410 Murphy Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/address/4410-murphy-rd/): newest permit Jan 17, 2025
- [4500 Murphy Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/address/4500-murphy-rd/): newest permit Jan 3, 2025
- [4501 Murphy Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/address/4501-murphy-rd/): newest permit Feb 10, 2026

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Map, the one permit at this address and 16 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/nashville/address/3900-murphy-rd/
