County Building Permits

Clay County, KY - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Building permit information for unincorporated Clay County and all incorporated cities. Find your jurisdiction's permit authority, application process, fees, and requirements.

Kentucky Updated March 2026

Important: Clay County issues building permits only for properties in unincorporated areas of the county. If your property is inside an incorporated city, select your city below — that city's building department handles your permits, not the county.

Unincorporated Clay County

Permit authority
Clay County Judge/Executive's Office (Fiscal Court) with Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction (DHBC)
Online portal
SmartGov Online Portal
Phone
(606) 598-2071 (Judge/Executive office); (606) 598-2425 ext. 224 (health department/inspector)
Address
102 Richmond Road, Suite 201, Manchester, KY 40962 (Judge/Executive office); Clay County Health Department, 330 Shamrock Rd, Manchester, KY 40962 (inspections)

Jurisdictions in Clay County

Select your jurisdiction for local permit authority, portal links, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Unincorporated Clay County Permit guide → Manchester Permit guide →

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the relevant city or county department before applying.

Related Kentucky Resources

License Requirements Verify your contractor's Kentucky license → Contract Template Free homeowner-contractor agreement →

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Important: This page is an educational resource provided by jaspector.com. It is not legal advice, and it does not substitute for official guidance from the permit authorities listed above. Permit requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the issuing department before beginning any construction project. Use of this page does not create an attorney-client relationship. Jaspector assumes no liability for any outcomes arising from reliance on this information.