Cave City, KY — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Cave City Building Inspector

Street address

P.O. Box 567 / 103 Duke St., Cave City, KY 42127

Phone

(270) 773-2188

Coverage

City ordinance requires permits for every structure or alteration and refers to the Kentucky Uniform State Building Code; inspections are conducted by the Glasgow/Barren County building inspector staff.

Online portal

Cloudpermit (US)

Cloudpermit

Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Cave City

Any new structure, addition, alteration, or demolition within the city; the ordinance prohibits starting work until a permit is issued.

Scope of work

Permit?

Agricultural-only buildings on ten or more acres

Exempt

Exempt Agricultural-only buildings on ten or more acres

Note: The Kentucky Residential Code exemptions apply; the county office highlights agricultural-only buildings on ten or more acres as exempt, while the rest of the code governs other exemptions.

Required documents

Application with owner and contractor information
Project description and property address
Code classifications
Sufficient plans complying with the Kentucky Uniform State Building Code and local zoning

Building code: Kentucky Uniform State Building Code plus the Kentucky Residential/Building Code and International Property Maintenance Code (per the county building inspector).
Permit validity: Permits follow the standard 180-day validity unless extended.
Owner-builder: Owner-occupants can perform property electrical work; landlords, rental properties, or work for others must hire a licensed electrician.
Contractor requirements: Electrical contractors must hold the appropriate Kentucky license; other trades comply with statewide licensing enforced through plan review.

Source: Cave City Building Inspector ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Joint City-County Planning Commission zoning compliance certificates have a ten working day deadline; permit review timelines are managed by the inspector.

01

Do not begin construction or alterations until the Cave City Building Inspector issues a permit (Section 150.18(A)).
02

Submit a complete application listing the property, contractor, description, construction classification, estimated cost, and compliance with the Kentucky Uniform State Building Code along with the required plans (Section 150.18(B)).
03

Pay the building permit fee, which covers plan review and inspections, and allow the City of Glasgow Building Inspector to review for Kentucky code and local compliance.
04

Coordinate with the Joint City-County Planning Commission for zoning compliance certificates, which are due within ten working days for municipalities under that commission.
05

Schedule inspections through (270) 651-3921 once the permit is issued and do not occupy the structure before the final inspection and Certificate of Occupancy.

Typical processing time: Joint City-County Planning Commission zoning compliance certificates have a ten working day deadline; permit review timelines are managed by the inspector.

Source: Cave City Building Inspector ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Cave City building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$30 for the first 1,000 square feet of a single- or two-family dwelling

Plan check fee

Included in the building permit fee, which also covers all plan review and inspection services (Section 150.18(C))

Permit fee formula

$30 for the first 1,000 square feet plus $2 for each additional 100 square feet for dwellings; accessory work follows tiered square footage increments

Reinspection fee

$50 per reinspection per the county fee schedule

Fees are collected with the permit application, either online through Cloudpermit or at the inspector's office at 200 South Green St.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

(270) 651-3921 (phone)

Scheduling deadline: Calls before 9:00 AM CST are usually handled the same day.
Inspection hours: Five days a week
Time windows: Same-day inspections available for calls before 9:00 AM CST; later requests are handled as staffing allows.

Typical sequence: Kentucky Residential/Building Code checkpoints, including footing, foundation, framing, rough mechanical/electrical/plumbing, and final, as detailed in the checklists.

Source: Cave City Building Inspector ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Cave City permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Cave City, KY? ▸

Any new structure, addition, alteration, or demolition within the city; the ordinance prohibits starting work until a permit is issued.

02 How much does a building permit cost in Cave City, KY? ▸

Building permit fees in Cave City, KY are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $30 for the first 1,000 square feet of a single- or two-family dwelling. Fees are calculated as: $30 for the first 1,000 square feet plus $2 for each additional 100 square feet for dwellings; accessory work follows tiered square footage increments. Plan check fee: Included in the building permit fee, which also covers all plan review and inspection services (Section 150.18(C)).

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Cave City, KY? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Cave City, KY, follow these steps: 1. Do not begin construction or alterations until the Cave City Building Inspector issues a permit (Section 150.18(A)). 2. Submit a complete application listing the property, contractor, description, construction classification, estimated cost, and compliance with the Kentucky Uniform State Building Code along with the required plans (Section 150.18(B)). 3. Pay the building permit fee, which covers plan review and inspections, and allow the City of Glasgow Building Inspector to review for Kentucky code and local compliance. 4. Coordinate with the Joint City-County Planning Commission for zoning compliance certificates, which are due within ten working days for municipalities under that commission. 5. Schedule inspections through (270) 651-3921 once the permit is issued and do not occupy the structure before the final inspection and Certificate of Occupancy.

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Cave City, KY? ▸

Building permit processing times in Cave City, KY typically run Joint City-County Planning Commission zoning compliance certificates have a ten working day deadline; permit review timelines are managed by the inspector.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 What work is exempt from building permits in Cave City, KY? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Cave City, KY. The following work is generally exempt: Agricultural-only buildings on ten or more acres. Note: The Kentucky Residential Code exemptions apply; the county office highlights agricultural-only buildings on ten or more acres as exempt, while the rest of the code governs other exemptions. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Cave City, KY? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Cave City, KY via: (270) 651-3921. Calls before 9:00 AM CST are usually handled the same day..

last verified April 2026 source Cave City Building Inspector ↗ entry id permits/kentucky/barren/cave-city

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Cave City Building Inspector before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

City of Cave City

Permit authority

When a permit is required

Application process

Fee schedule

Required inspections

Frequently asked

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