City of Paintsville

The 2018 Kentucky Building Code (KBC) and 2018 Kentucky Residential Code (KRC) govern construction in Paintsville. New buildings, additions, structural alterations, occupancy changes, and floodplain work require a permit.

Note: The city does not publish an exempt-work list online. Confirm any proposed exemption with the building inspector before beginning work.

Building code

2018 Kentucky Building Code (KBC) and 2018 Kentucky Residential Code (KRC) with Kentucky-specific amendments

Owner-builder

Owner-builders should consult the building inspector to confirm whether they can act as their own contractor.

Contractor requirements

General contractor licensing is determined locally. Painters, plumbers, electricians, HVAC, and other trade contractors must hold the appropriate DHBC license. Paintsville may impose additional local requirements.

1. 01
   Call Bob Stewart, the building inspector, at (606) 789-2600 to determine the permit requirements for your project and request the application forms.
2. 02
   Submit the completed application packet and supporting documentation in person at City Hall, 340 Main Street, Ste. 200, Paintsville, KY 41240.
3. 03
   If the work lies in a Special Flood Hazard Area, obtain the mandatory state and local floodplain permits via the county floodplain coordinator at (606) 789-2550 before starting construction.
4. 04
   Coordinate inspections and occupancy sign-off with the building inspector's office.

Source: City of Paintsville Building Inspection/Code Enforcement ↗

• (606) 789-2600 (phone)

Typical sequence: Not documented publicly. The inspector will outline the inspection sequence after reviewing the permit.