Hickman, KY — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

City of Hickman (city manager's office) with building inspections and permits delivered by the City of Fulton Office of Code Enforcement

Street address

1812 South 7th Street, Hickman, KY 42050

Phone

(270) 236-2535

cityhall@cityofhickman.org

Coverage

All properties within the incorporated City of Hickman. Building inspections are provided by the City of Fulton Office of Code Enforcement through a memorandum of understanding, with Fulton's Building Inspector Nathan Lamb handling code enforcement.

Online portal

Building Permit and Plan Review Forms (via City of Fulton)

City Website PDF Download

Website

Department website

Additional resources

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Hickman

All new buildings, additions, major structural remodels, structural repairs and demolition require a permit (same triggers as Fulton).

Scope of work

Permit?

Plumbing repairs (plan review fees waived when the sole purpose is plumbing repair)

Exempt

Exempt Plumbing repairs (plan review fees waived when the sole purpose is plumbing repair)

Note: No other exempt lists are published for Hickman. Verify any other exemptions with Fulton's code enforcement office.

Required documents

Construction drawings
Plot/site plan
Subcontractor list
Valuation data
Sealed architectural/engineering sheets when applicable

Building code: 2013 Kentucky Building Code and 2013 Kentucky Residential Code
Permit validity: Permits must show substantial progress within six months or the approval lapses.
Owner-builder: The application requires licensed contractors/subcontractors and a list of those trades; no owner-builder exemption is published.
Contractor requirements: Contractors/subcontractors must hold licenses accepted by Fulton because Fulton personnel perform Hickman inspections.

Source: City of Hickman (city manager's office) with building inspections and permits delivered by the City of Fulton Office of Code Enforcement ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Not published on the forms/permits page; confirm with Fulton's code enforcement staff.

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File the Fulton building permit application (site plan, structural plans, contractor roster and valuation) because Fulton's inspector manages Hickman inspections.
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Complete the plan review and fee worksheet and calculate the square-foot or valuation-based fee.
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Attach the worksheet to each plan set and include a check payable to the City of Fulton.
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Deliver the documents and payment to Fulton's Building Code Enforcement office at 340 Browder Street for review under the 2013 Kentucky Building Code.
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Once the review is complete, the permit is issued by Fulton's Building Inspector.
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Schedule the staged inspections (footing, foundation, framing, occupancy, etc.) through the Fulton number.
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Keep the permit posted for electrical crews during inspections.

Typical processing time: Not published on the forms/permits page; confirm with Fulton's code enforcement staff.

Source: City of Hickman (city manager's office) with building inspections and permits delivered by the City of Fulton Office of Code Enforcement ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Hickman building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$25

Plan check fee

$285 minimum plan review fee; specialty systems and new construction use the plan review worksheet to determine the check amount

Permit fee formula

Occupancy-based square-foot costs and 0.0030 valuation rate apply equally to Hickman projects, with the noted minimums.

Reinspection fee

Additional visits follow the hourly-plus-mileage electrical schedule and apply to Hickman inspections.

Attach the worksheet to every plan set and make checks payable to the City of Fulton. All inspection fees must be paid before a final certificate of compliance is issued.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

(270) 472-1423 (phone)

Inspection hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (Fulton code enforcement hours)

Typical sequence: Footings, foundation, concrete, under-floor framing, framing/structure, termite, and discipline-specific inspections listed on the Fulton permit form apply to Hickman work.

Source: City of Hickman (city manager's office) with building inspections and permits delivered by the City of Fulton Office of Code Enforcement ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Hickman permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Hickman, KY? ▸

All new buildings, additions, major structural remodels, structural repairs and demolition require a permit (same triggers as Fulton).

02 How much does a building permit cost in Hickman, KY? ▸

Building permit fees in Hickman, KY are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $25. Fees are calculated as: Occupancy-based square-foot costs and 0.0030 valuation rate apply equally to Hickman projects, with the noted minimums.. Plan check fee: $285 minimum plan review fee; specialty systems and new construction use the plan review worksheet to determine the check amount.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Hickman, KY? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Hickman, KY, follow these steps: 1. File the Fulton building permit application (site plan, structural plans, contractor roster and valuation) because Fulton's inspector manages Hickman inspections. 2. Complete the plan review and fee worksheet and calculate the square-foot or valuation-based fee. 3. Attach the worksheet to each plan set and include a check payable to the City of Fulton. 4. Deliver the documents and payment to Fulton's Building Code Enforcement office at 340 Browder Street for review under the 2013 Kentucky Building Code. 5. Once the review is complete, the permit is issued by Fulton's Building Inspector. 6. Schedule the staged inspections (footing, foundation, framing, occupancy, etc.) through the Fulton number. 7. Keep the permit posted for electrical crews during inspections.

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Hickman, KY? ▸

Building permit processing times in Hickman, KY typically run Not published on the forms/permits page; confirm with Fulton's code enforcement staff.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 What work is exempt from building permits in Hickman, KY? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Hickman, KY. The following work is generally exempt: Plumbing repairs (plan review fees waived when the sole purpose is plumbing repair). Note: No other exempt lists are published for Hickman. Verify any other exemptions with Fulton's code enforcement office. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Hickman, KY? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Hickman, KY via: (270) 472-1423.

last verified April 2026 source City of Hickman (city manager's office) with building inspections and permits delivered by the City of Fulton Office of Code Enforcement ↗ entry id permits/kentucky/fulton/hickman

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Hickman (city manager's office) with building inspections and permits delivered by the City of Fulton Office of Code Enforcement before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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