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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Wheelwright
Building, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and manufactured housing work.
Note: No published exemption list; confirm with the state inspector.
- Plans and site plans
- Plumbing approvals via SmartGov
- Building code
- 2018 Kentucky Building Code and 2018 Kentucky Residential Code.
- Permit validity
- Work starts only after permit issuance, with final occupancy upon certificate of occupancy approval.
- Owner-builder
- Owner-builders must comply with state code and demonstrate they are doing the work themselves.
- Contractor requirements
- DHBC license numbers must be provided for the relevant trade.
Source: Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction, Division of Building Code Enforcement ↗
Application process
Typical processing: Not published.
- 01 Select the project type in SmartGov to confirm DHBC jurisdiction.
- 02 Register, submit plans, site plans, and contractor information.
- 03 Pay fees (including the $1.00 ACH charge) and attach required approvals.
- 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
Wheelwright building permit fees
$1.00 ACH convenience fee.
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
Typical sequence: Permit, multi-stage inspections, final occupancy.
Source: Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction, Division of Building Code Enforcement ↗
Frequently asked
Common questions about Wheelwright permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Wheelwright, KY? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Wheelwright, KY? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Wheelwright, KY? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Wheelwright, KY? ▸
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Wheelwright, 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.