McKee, KY — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

City of McKee City Hall / Permitting Desk

Street address

526 Main Street, P.O. Box 455, McKee, KY 40447

Phone

606-287-8305

Coverage

All properties within the incorporated City of McKee limits; the surrounding unincorporated county is handled by the Jackson County Fiscal Court.

Online portal

City Contact Form

City Hall Permitting Desk

Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for McKee

Any excavation, construction, relocation, or exterior alteration of a building or accessory structure within city limits requires a permit before work begins.

Note: The ordinance does not publish an exempt-work list. All excavation, construction, moving, or exterior alteration of buildings (including accessory structures and signs) requires a permit.

Required documents

Scaled plan with lot and structure dimensions
County Health Officer certificate approving the proposed work

Building code: Kentucky Administrative Regulations Title 815, Chapters 7 (Building Code), 20 (Plumbing Code), and 10 (Standards of Safety)
Permit validity: Permits expire six months after issuance if work has not commenced unless the city approves an extension.
Owner-builder: The ordinance simply prohibits commencing work without a permit; owner-builders must follow the same process as licensed contractors.
Contractor requirements: Trades must comply with the state licensing and inspection regimes administered by the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction.

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: 72 hours minimum to 30 days maximum.

01

Prepare scaled site and structure drawings showing the lot, all proposed or altered buildings, and yard dimensions.
02

Obtain a County Health Officer certificate before applying.
03

Submit the application, plans, certificate, and fees to City Hall.
04

City staff review for compliance with code criteria.
05

Permit issuance occurs no sooner than 72 hours (three working days) and no later than 30 days once the submission meets all code requirements.
06

Begin construction; an issued permit becomes void after six months without work unless the city grants an extension.

Typical processing time: 72 hours minimum to 30 days maximum.

§ 04

Fee schedule

McKee building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$5 for projects valued between $50 and $250

Permit fee formula

Tiered valuation table: new homes ($20/sq ft living area, $10/sq ft attached garage, $10/sq ft second floor, $10/sq ft improved basement); commercial or contract price $15/sq ft. Demolition, moving, and variance fees also listed.

Payment is handled through City Hall at the time of application.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

Jackson County Health Department (phone)
State Inspectors (via DHBC contact sheet) (in-person)

Inspection hours: Jackson County Health Department: Tuesday 8:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m. (EST)

Typical sequence: Health Department sign-off for septic/plumbing must accompany city review. Electrical, plumbing, and mechanical inspections are scheduled with the state inspectors or county electrical inspector listed on the DHBC contact sheet.

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about McKee permits

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

Any excavation, construction, relocation, or exterior alteration of a building or accessory structure within city limits requires a permit before work begins.

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

Building permit fees in McKee, KY are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $5 for projects valued between $50 and $250. Fees are calculated as: Tiered valuation table: new homes ($20/sq ft living area, $10/sq ft attached garage, $10/sq ft second floor, $10/sq ft improved basement); commercial or contract price $15/sq ft. Demolition, moving, and variance fees also listed..

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

To apply for a building permit in McKee, KY, follow these steps: 1. Prepare scaled site and structure drawings showing the lot, all proposed or altered buildings, and yard dimensions. 2. Obtain a County Health Officer certificate before applying. 3. Submit the application, plans, certificate, and fees to City Hall. 4. City staff review for compliance with code criteria. 5. Permit issuance occurs no sooner than 72 hours (three working days) and no later than 30 days once the submission meets all code requirements. 6. Begin construction; an issued permit becomes void after six months without work unless the city grants an extension.

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

Building permit processing times in McKee, KY typically run 72 hours minimum to 30 days maximum.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in McKee, KY? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in McKee, KY via: Jackson County Health Department, State Inspectors (via DHBC contact sheet).

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of McKee City Hall / Permitting Desk before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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