PUBLICATION W1278B

Civic Engagement: You Need a Permit for That!

Publish Date: October 09 2025 |  Language: English

DOI: doi.org/10.7290/UTIAPub/W1278B

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Summary

Lesson for middle and high school students on how local government works in Tennessee and why permits matter. Students learn key terms like county, city, metro government, zoning, county charter, and county mayor, then explore local government websites to find charters, laws, and forms. Activities include researching online, summarizing a county charter, practicing filling out permit applications, and playing a bingo review game, with discussion of permits as a public safety tool.