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City of Bardwell

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

Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

City of Bardwell City Hall

Street address
225 Front Street, Bardwell, KY 42023
Coverage
All properties within the incorporated City of Bardwell. The city is a home rule-class municipality governed by a mayor and six council members.
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Bardwell

A building permit is required for all building, rebuilding, remodeling, relocating, or repairing any structure within the City of Bardwell (KRS 67.410).

Note: No public exempt-work list is published for Bardwell; the broad language of KRS 67.410 implies most construction deserves clarification with the inspector before proceeding.

Required documents
  • Construction plans and specifications
  • Site plat
Building code
2018 Kentucky Building Code (based on 2015 IBC), Kentucky Residential Code, statewide plumbing, electrical, and boiler codes
Owner-builder
No dedicated owner-builder policy is published; all work must comply with the statewide Kentucky Building Code. Electrical work requires licensed contractors per KRS 227.480.
Contractor requirements
Electrical permits require proof of licensure per KRS 227.480 and follow inspection protocols in 815 KAR 35:020.
§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

  1. 01
    Call or visit Bardwell City Hall to confirm the project is within city limits and collect the local permit form.
  2. 02
    Submit plans and supporting documents to the city (certified level III inspector required per 815 KAR 7:110).
  3. 03
    Pay locally set fees that cannot exceed the cost of the service per KRS 67.410 and obtain the city-issued permit.
  4. 04
    Schedule inspections with DHBC inspectors by calling 270-628-5431, Tuesday 8-9 a.m. CST.

Source: City of Bardwell City Hall ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Bardwell building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Fees must cover the cost of service per KRS 67.410; the actual formula is determined by the city.

Payments are handled through city hall; no online payment portal is advertised.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • 270-628-5431 (DHBC Inspector) (phone)
  • 270-628-5415 (City Hall) (phone)
Inspection hours
Tuesday 8-9 a.m. CST at the Carlisle County Health Department for coordination

Typical sequence: Plan review precedes staged field inspections. Electrical inspections required by KRS 227.480 and 815 KAR 35:020 must take place at specified milestones.

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Bardwell permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Bardwell, KY?
A building permit is required for all building, rebuilding, remodeling, relocating, or repairing any structure within the City of Bardwell (KRS 67.410).
02 How much does a building permit cost in Bardwell, KY?
Building permit fees in Bardwell, KY are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Fees must cover the cost of service per KRS 67.410; the actual formula is determined by the city..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Bardwell, KY?
To apply for a building permit in Bardwell, KY, follow these steps: 1. Call or visit Bardwell City Hall to confirm the project is within city limits and collect the local permit form. 2. Submit plans and supporting documents to the city (certified level III inspector required per 815 KAR 7:110). 3. Pay locally set fees that cannot exceed the cost of the service per KRS 67.410 and obtain the city-issued permit. 4. Schedule inspections with DHBC inspectors by calling 270-628-5431, Tuesday 8-9 a.m. CST.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Bardwell, KY?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Bardwell, KY via: 270-628-5431 (DHBC Inspector), 270-628-5415 (City Hall).
last verified April 2026 source City of Bardwell City Hall ↗ entry id permits/kentucky/carlisle/bardwell

Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Bardwell City Hall before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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