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Unincorporated Grayson County

How to apply for a building permit in unincorporated Grayson County, Kentucky. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Code adoption
Kentucky Residential/Building Code (2021)
Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Grayson County Planning & Zoning / Building Inspector

Street address
101 West Main Street, Leitchfield, KY 42754
Phone
(270) 259-2104
Email
planning@graysoncountyky.gov
Coverage
The county building inspector administers USBC permits for the unincorporated county and most small towns. Incorporated cities (Leitchfield, Clarkson, Caneyville) coordinate zoning and historic overlays before handing over the building permit to the county inspector.
Online portal
Building & Zoning Services
Additional resources
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Grayson County

All construction, additions, structural remodels, roofing, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work regulated by the USBC.

Minor repairs
Fences under 6 feet
Limited non-structural work (per USBC Section 105)
  • Exempt Minor repairs
  • Exempt Fences under 6 feet
  • Exempt Limited non-structural work (per USBC Section 105)

Note: Any site disturbance or overlay (historic/floodplain) needs coordination. Confirm any exemption with the inspector before starting work.

Required documents
  • Building permit application
  • Supporting plans sealed per the 2021 Kentucky Building Code
  • Energy compliance documentation
  • Zoning approval
  • Septic and/or flood documentation (if applicable)
  • Contractor license proof
Building code
Kentucky Residential/Building Code (2021)
Permit validity
Permits expire if inspections are not requested within the timeframe defined by the inspector; contact the office for extensions.
Owner-builder
Owner-builder affidavits are accepted under Kentucky statutes; the affidavit must be submitted with the application.
Contractor requirements
Kentucky DPOR license verification is required when contractors submit the application; insurance certificates must be on file.

Source: Grayson County Planning & Zoning / Building Inspector ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Plan review begins when the application, plans, and fees are complete. County reviews permits during business hours.

  1. 01
    Download and fill the county building permit application, zoning compliance form, and the Kentucky Department of Housing & Construction (DHBC) affidavit from the county website or request via email.
  2. 02
    Submit detailed site plans, floor plans, project scope, utility letters (water/sewer), and floodplain or septic reports if the parcel falls within designated overlays.
  3. 03
    Deliver the completed packets to the Planning & Zoning office at the courthouse or email attachments to planning@graysoncountyky.gov.
  4. 04
    Pay valuation-based fees at the county office; the Building Inspector reviews the application for code compliance once the fee is paid.
  5. 05
    The Building Inspector issues the permit once all documentation and payments are received.
  6. 06
    Schedule required inspections with the inspector by phone at (270) 259-2104; all inspection requests are logged with the permit number and inspection type.

Typical processing time: Plan review begins when the application, plans, and fees are complete. County reviews permits during business hours.

Source: Grayson County Planning & Zoning / Building Inspector ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Grayson County building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Valuation-based tiers for residential, commercial, and trade work; separate rules for plumbing/electrical/mechanical
02
Reinspection fee
$50 per revisit when corrections are outstanding

Fees are collected when the packet is submitted; the county accepts checks or money orders payable to Grayson County Planning & Zoning

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • (270) 259-2104 (phone)
Inspection hours
Weekdays during county hours

Typical sequence: Typical sequence: Foundation, framing, electrical/mechanical/plumbing rough, insulation, final. The county maintains a checklist per the permit package.

Source: Grayson County Planning & Zoning / Building Inspector ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about unincorporated Grayson County permits

01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Grayson County, KY? ▸
All construction, additions, structural remodels, roofing, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work regulated by the USBC.
02 How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Grayson County, KY? ▸
Building permit fees in unincorporated Grayson County, KY are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based tiers for residential, commercial, and trade work; separate rules for plumbing/electrical/mechanical.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Grayson County, KY? ▸
To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Grayson County, KY, follow these steps: 1. Download and fill the county building permit application, zoning compliance form, and the Kentucky Department of Housing & Construction (DHBC) affidavit from the county website or request via email. 2. Submit detailed site plans, floor plans, project scope, utility letters (water/sewer), and floodplain or septic reports if the parcel falls within designated overlays. 3. Deliver the completed packets to the Planning & Zoning office at the courthouse or email attachments to planning@graysoncountyky.gov. 4. Pay valuation-based fees at the county office; the Building Inspector reviews the application for code compliance once the fee is paid. 5. The Building Inspector issues the permit once all documentation and payments are received. 6. Schedule required inspections with the inspector by phone at (270) 259-2104; all inspection requests are logged with the permit number and inspection type.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Grayson County, KY? ▸
Building permit processing times in unincorporated Grayson County, KY typically run Plan review begins when the application, plans, and fees are complete. County reviews permits during business hours.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Grayson County, KY? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in unincorporated Grayson County, KY. The following work is generally exempt: Minor repairs; Fences under 6 feet; Limited non-structural work (per USBC Section 105). Note: Any site disturbance or overlay (historic/floodplain) needs coordination. Confirm any exemption with the inspector before starting work. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Grayson County, KY? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Grayson County, KY via: (270) 259-2104.
last verified April 2026 source Grayson County Planning & Zoning / Building Inspector ↗ entry id permits/kentucky/grayson/unincorporated
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