City Building Permits

Hazel, KY - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Kentucky Calloway County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Hazel is a 0.35-square-mile home rule-class city in southern Calloway County. The city relies on the county building inspector for permitting due to its small staff.

Department
City of Hazel City Hall (building permits and inspections handled by Calloway County building inspector)
Address
City Hall at 215 Main Street, P.O. Box 156, Hazel, KY 42049
Phone
(270) 492-8872
Website
https://hazelky.com/

Application Process

  1. Call Hazel City Hall at (270) 492-8872 or Keith Miller at K&S Building Ins to determine the forms and documentation required for the project.
  2. Confirm whether the project falls under local jurisdiction per the Kentucky DHBC Plan Submission Application Guide.
  3. Gather site plans or drawings as indicated by the DHBC guide.
  4. Submit the completed plans and documentation to the local inspector, including any required utility or health approvals.
  5. Coordinate payment of fees and schedule inspections directly with the inspector before beginning work.
  6. After passing all inspections, obtain a Certificate of Occupancy or equivalent sign-off from the inspector.

Typical processing time: Contact the county building inspector for current review timelines.

Source: City of Hazel City Hall (building permits and inspections handled by Calloway County building inspector)

General Requirements

Most construction activities require a permit as instructed by the DHBC Plan Submission Application Guide. Contact the local planning/zoning authority to confirm whether a specific project requires a permit.

Required Documents

  • Site plans
  • Construction drawings
  • Affidavit of Assurances (KRS 198B.060)
  • Licensing documentation
  • Any utility or health approvals as required
Permit validity
Not publicly posted for Hazel. Verify validity periods and renewals with the inspector.
Building code
Kentucky Building Code (2018 KBC/KRC) governs Hazel projects, with DHBC delineating whether the state or the local inspector reviews a project.
Owner-builder
The DHBC affidavit form requires contractors/owners to certify workers' compensation and unemployment insurance compliance when no other local official exists.
Contractor requirements
The state guide includes a License Requirements section that local inspectors enforce before issuing permits.

Fees

Payment note
Contact the county building inspector to learn the accepted payment types before paying fees. Keith Miller can be reached at (270) 762-0350.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Hazel City Hall (building permits and inspections handled by Calloway County building inspector) to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • K&S Building Ins (Keith Miller) at (270) 762-0350 (phone)
Scheduling deadline
Call ahead to schedule inspections.
Inspection hours
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Typical inspection sequence: The same inspector typically checks footing, framing, electrical/HVAC/plumbing compliance, and final conditions.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of Hazel City Hall (building permits and inspections handled by Calloway County building inspector) before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Hazel Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Hazel, KY?
Most construction activities require a permit as instructed by the DHBC Plan Submission Application Guide. Contact the local planning/zoning authority to confirm whether a specific project requires a permit.
How do I apply for a building permit in Hazel, KY?
1. Call Hazel City Hall at (270) 492-8872 or Keith Miller at K&S Building Ins to determine the forms and documentation required for the project. 2. Confirm whether the project falls under local jurisdiction per the Kentucky DHBC Plan Submission Application Guide. 3. Gather site plans or drawings as indicated by the DHBC guide. 4. Submit the completed plans and documentation to the local inspector, including any required utility or health approvals. 5. Coordinate payment of fees and schedule inspections directly with the inspector before beginning work. 6. After passing all inspections, obtain a Certificate of Occupancy or equivalent sign-off from the inspector.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Hazel, KY?
Typical processing time is Contact the county building inspector for current review timelines..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Hazel, KY?
Inspections can be scheduled via: K&S Building Ins (Keith Miller) at (270) 762-0350. Call ahead to schedule inspections..

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