City of Sharpsburg

State law and the city chapter's building permit requirements forbid starting work without a permit.

Note: No published exempt list exists; assume any new structure, addition, or structural alteration requires a permit unless the inspector says otherwise.

Building code

The city enforces the Kentucky Building Code through the county inspector's oversight.

Permit validity

Not described in accessible materials; confirm with the building inspector.

Owner-builder

The reviewed chapter does not mention owner-builder exceptions.

Contractor requirements

State-issued trade licenses are required for plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and related work.

1. 01
   Contact the county building inspector to request the permit packet and confirm whether JO Portal plan review is needed before beginning work, in accordance with KRS 67.410.
2. 02
   Submit plans that meet Kentucky Building Code standards; the inspector validates that work matches approved plans.
3. 03
   Provide payment for the relevant fee schedule when filing the application with the inspector.
4. 04
   After approval, the inspector issues the permit and schedules inspections.
5. 05
   Coordinate inspection timing via the posted office hours at Bath County Health Department.

Typical processing time: Not publicly defined; ask the inspector when filing.

Source: Bath County Building Inspector ↗

• 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 sequence: The Kentucky Building Code governs stage inspections; standard sequence includes footing, foundation, framing, and final.