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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Catlettsburg
All excavation, construction, movement, or alteration of any building (accessory or otherwise) requires a permit before work begins.
Note: No public exempt-work list is supplied; the code states the inspector must approve all excavation and construction, so every project needs a permit.
- Dimensional sketch or scale plan that outlines all buildings on the lot
- Proposed work description
- Intended use designation
- Any other information the inspector requests to verify ordinance compliance
- Building code
- 2018 Kentucky Building Code (2015 International Building Code plus Kentucky amendments) and 2018 Kentucky Residential Code
- Permit validity
- Not specified in the ordinance; verify with the Building Inspector when the permit is issued.
- Owner-builder
- The code applies uniformly regardless of whether the applicant is the owner or a contractor—only a compliant permit is required.
- Contractor requirements
- All construction must comply with the 2018 Kentucky Building and Residential Codes (statewide 2015 IBC/IRC cycle); licensed trades must handle regulated work.
Application process
Typical processing: The code requires the inspector to grant or deny permits within a reasonable time frame but does not list a specific deadline.
- 01 Submit a permit application together with a dimensional sketch or scale plan showing the shape, size, height, location, and existing/intended use of every structure on the lot.
- 02 The Building Inspector reviews the submission for compliance with the city's ordinances.
- 03 If everything conforms, the inspector issues the permit; if refused, the inspector must explain the cause in writing and mail notice to the applicant.
- 04 Display the permit on site, allow inspections during construction, and request a final inspection once the project is ready for occupancy.
- 05 Within three days of notifying the inspector that the building or part thereof is ready, the inspector conducts a final inspection and issues a Certificate of Occupancy if code compliance is met.
Typical processing time: The code requires the inspector to grant or deny permits within a reasonable time frame but does not list a specific deadline.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- 606-739-4533 (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Typical sequence: After the permit is issued, the inspector visits the site during construction; once notified the work is ready, the inspector conducts a final review and issues the Certificate of Occupancy if the structure complies.
Frequently asked
Common questions about Catlettsburg permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Catlettsburg, KY? ▸
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Catlettsburg, KY? ▸
03 How long does it take to get a building permit in Catlettsburg, KY? ▸
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Catlettsburg, KY? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Catlettsburg Building Inspector before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.