City Building Permits

Salt Lick, KY - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Salt Lick, Kentucky. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Kentucky Bath County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Salt Lick is a home rule-class city in Bath County. Permits are handled through the county building inspector, who has countywide coverage under DHBC designation.

Department
Bath County Building Inspector
Address
Bath County Health Department, 68 Oberline St., Owingsville, KY 40360
Phone
606-674-2731 (office); 859-494-9763 (inspector cell)
Website
https://bathcounty.ky.gov/

Online Permit Portal

Open Kentucky DHBC JO Portal

Platform: Kentucky DHBC JO Portal • Account required: Yes • Submission: Online only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Contact the county building inspector to request the permit package and determine whether JO Portal plan review is needed, in accordance with KRS 67.410.
  2. Deliver plans and specifications that match Kentucky Building Code standards; the inspector ensures compliance because permits authorize only the approved design.
  3. Pay the applicable fees from Ordinance 3-2005 when filing the application.
  4. After approval, the inspector issues the permit and schedules inspections.
  5. Coordinate inspection timing via the posted office hours at Bath County Health Department.

Typical processing time: No public timeframe provided; ask the inspector for current review window.

Source: Bath County Building Inspector

General Requirements

State law and local chapter requirements forbid starting work without a permit issued through the county building inspector.

Required Documents

  • Completed permit application
  • Site plans
  • Construction drawings and specifications
  • Plans demonstrating compliance with Kentucky Building Code
Permit validity
Not defined in accessible local materials; confirm permit term with the inspector.
Building code
Kentucky Building Code and Kentucky Plumbing Code (enforced through county-administered permits)
Owner-builder
No owner-builder exemption is described in referenced code sections.
Contractor requirements
Contractors must hold state-issued licenses for plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and other trades.

Fees

Payment note
Pay all permit and inspection fees when submitting the application.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Bath County Building Inspector to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • 606-674-2731 (office) (phone)
  • 859-494-9763 (inspector cell) (phone)
  • g.bradley.10@hotmail.com (email)
Inspection hours
Wednesday 12:00-1:00 PM at Bath County Health Department

Typical inspection sequence: Because the Kentucky Building Code is enforced, expect the normal stage inspections: footing, foundation, framing, and final.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Bath County Building Inspector before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Salt Lick Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Salt Lick, KY?
State law and local chapter requirements forbid starting work without a permit issued through the county building inspector.
How do I apply for a building permit in Salt Lick, KY?
1. Contact the county building inspector to request the permit package and determine whether JO Portal plan review is needed, in accordance with KRS 67.410. 2. Deliver plans and specifications that match Kentucky Building Code standards; the inspector ensures compliance because permits authorize only the approved design. 3. Pay the applicable fees from Ordinance 3-2005 when filing the application. 4. After approval, the inspector issues the permit and schedules inspections. 5. Coordinate inspection timing via the posted office hours at Bath County Health Department.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Salt Lick, KY?
Typical processing time is No public timeframe provided; ask the inspector for current review window..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Salt Lick, KY?
Inspections can be scheduled via: 606-674-2731 (office), 859-494-9763 (inspector cell), g.bradley.10@hotmail.com.

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