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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Floyd County
All construction work regulated by the Kentucky Building Code.
Note: Confirm with the inspector; no statewide exemption list is published.
- Two sets of plans
- Site plans
- Floyd County Health plumbing sign-off submitted via SmartGov
- Building code
- 2018 Kentucky Building Code (3rd edition) and 2018 Kentucky Residential Code (2nd edition).
- Permit validity
- Work starts only after DHBC issues the permit. A Certificate of Occupancy is required.
- Owner-builder
- Owner-builders have the same obligations as contractors and must comply with all state code requirements.
- Contractor requirements
- Licensed contractors must provide their license numbers for the relevant trade.
Source: Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction, Division of Building Code Enforcement ↗
Application process
Typical processing: Not published.
- 01 Choose the appropriate permit type in SmartGov for unincorporated work.
- 02 Register, submit plans, site plans, and contractor information.
- 03 Pay fees (including $1.00 ACH charge) and attach approvals from Floyd County Health.
- 04 Receive the permit after DHBC review and schedule inspections.
Typical processing time: Not published.
Source: Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction, Division of Building Code Enforcement ↗
Fee schedule
Floyd County building permit fees
$1.00 ACH fee added to payments.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- SmartGov Portal (online)
- Jamie Potter (Floyd County State Inspector) (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Tuesday 8:00-9:30 AM at Floyd County Health Department (238 Goble Street, Prestonsburg)
Typical sequence: Permit issuance, staged trade inspections, final occupancy.
Source: Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction, Division of Building Code Enforcement ↗
Frequently asked
Common questions about unincorporated Floyd County permits
01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Floyd County, KY? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Floyd County, KY? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Floyd County, KY? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Floyd County, KY? ▸
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Floyd County, KY? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction, Division of Building Code Enforcement before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.