City of Owingsville

Chapter 152.030 states no building can be erected, moved, added to, or altered without a permit issued by the Administrative Officer/Building Inspector.

Note: Chapter 152.030 contains no carve-outs for typical maintenance or minor work; expect permits for any new structure, addition, or structural alteration unless the inspector explicitly exempts the work.

Building code

Kentucky Building Code (815 KAR 7:120) and Kentucky Plumbing Code

Permit validity

Not published in the chapter; applicants must confirm the permit term with the inspector.

Owner-builder

The chapter does not single out owner-builders; general permit rules apply.

Contractor requirements

Contractors must hold DHBC-issued trade licenses for plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and other work.

1. 01
   Contact the Administrative Officer/Building Inspector for forms and to understand whether the work triggers plan review or special approvals.
2. 02
   Submit the application with plans, specifications, and any other documentation required to demonstrate the proposed work matches the Kentucky Building Code.
3. 03
   Pay the fee schedule attached to Ordinance 3-2005 and any inspection fees.
4. 04
   Following approval, the inspector issues the permit and schedules inspection appointments.
5. 05
   Coordinate inspection timing with the inspector during posted office hours.

Typical processing time: Not defined in published ordinances; confirm current lead time with the inspector.

Source: Administrative Officer/Building Inspector ↗

• (606) 674-6361 (phone)

Inspection hours

Wednesday 12:00-1:00 PM at Bath County Health Department

Typical sequence: The city enforces the Kentucky Building Code, so expect the conventional sequence of footing, foundation, framing, and final inspections.