Aerial view of a covered boat dock on a Tennessee lake at golden hour
TVA · Georgia Power · Alabama Power

Your Trusted Guide for Waterfront Permitting

We're authorized permitting agents across the three major waterfront regulatory systems in the Southeast. With over 1,000 permits filed, we help homeowners, realtors, and developers get docks and shoreline projects approved faster — without the red-tape headaches.

Over 1,000 permits successfully filed across the southeast.

The Difference

Without us, it's a labyrinth. With us, it's handled.

Doing it yourself

Without Us

  • Navigating agency and USACE environmental regulations alone
  • Chasing unresponsive contractors for drawings and quotes
  • Decoding hundreds of pages of permit paperwork
  • Missing filings that trigger fines or forced removal
  • Months of silence, no idea who to call at the agency
The concierge way

With Us

  • Local expertise across every major TVA, Georgia Power, and Alabama Power reservoir
  • Direct coordination with your assigned agency case reviewer
  • Complete application package, drawings included
  • Legal, timely dock construction — no surprises
  • One point of contact from first call to approval
Two-story covered boat dock with rooftop deck on a wooded Tennessee lake
Our Process

Here's exactly how we get your dock permitted.

01

Consultation

We review your property, goals, and the agency rules that apply — before you spend a dime.

02

Application Package

We assemble the drawings, forms, and supporting documents your agency requires.

03

Agency Coordination

We submit, follow up, and keep your assigned reviewer moving toward approval.

04

Approval & Build

Once approved, you build with confidence knowing every requirement was met.

Permit Expertise

Full-shoreline coverage.

Docks

Private, community, and covered dock permits across TVA, Georgia Power, and Alabama Power.

Erosion Control

Riprap, seawalls, and shoreline stabilization applications.

Boat Ramps

Private and shared ramp permitting with grading and drawings.

Irrigation

Lakefront irrigation intake permits and agency coordination.

Vegetation Plans

Agency-compliant vegetation management and reforestation plans.

Our Work

Recent Projects

Client Voices

Trusted by owners and developers across the Southeast.

"Janson took a tedious process from first contact to completion in about two months. Very responsive and knowledgeable."
Joel Farthing
Waterfront Owner
"As a land developer, the knowledge and assistance from Janson in securing permits for my buyers is invaluable."
Billy Thomas
Land Developer
"Glad we had someone in our corner so I didn't have to navigate this process myself."
Jonathan Bednar
Lakefront Homeowner
Frequently Asked

Answers before you call.

Get Started

Ready to Build Your Dock? Let's Talk.

Tell us about your property. We'll check agency zoning, walk you through what's possible, and handle everything from there.

Call Us Now or submit the form and a representative will reach out.

Call 423-605-7562
Serving TVA, Georgia Power, and Alabama Power lakes
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