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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Concord
KRS 67.410 requires permits for building, remodeling, altering, or erecting structures in the county. DHBC is the listed authority for counties lacking local inspectors.
Note: No exempt-work list is published for Concord; check with the state inspector before starting seemingly minor work.
- Site, floor, cross section, and floor framing plans
- Owner/contractor information and owner authorization (if applicant is not owner)
- Estimated construction cost
- Subcontractor rosters
- Insurance certifications (workers' compensation and unemployment insurance)
- Building code
- International Residential Code and Kentucky Residential Code apply.
- Permit validity
- Not published; verify with the inspector.
- Owner-builder
- Owner authorization is required if the applicant is not the owner.
- Contractor requirements
- Contractors must comply with KRS 198B.060 and KRS 342 for insurance obligations. Contractors must carry workers' compensation and unemployment insurance and keep DHBC updated on subcontractors.
Application process
Typical processing: Not published.
- 01 Call or email Wade Trimble (state building inspector) to confirm the requirements for work in Concord.
- 02 Route the documentation through the Lewis County Judge Executive's office so DHBC receives it and assigns the relevant trade inspections.
- 03 Submit plans, insurance proof, subcontractor lists, and fees to DHBC and schedule inspections with the listed trade inspectors.
- 04 Only begin work after the state-issued permit is issued.
Typical processing time: Not published.
Fee schedule
Concord building permit fees
Permit fee must accompany the application; confirm payment methods when contacting the inspector.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- Wade Trimble (State Building Inspector) (phone)
- wade.trimble@ky.gov (email)
- Inspection hours
- Tuesday 8:00–9:30 a.m. EST at the Lewis County Health Department; weekday mornings for environmental inspections.
Typical sequence: The DHBC roster covers HVAC, plumbing, elevator, and boiler inspections as needed; confirm the order with the inspector.
Frequently asked
Common questions about Concord permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Concord, KY? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Concord, KY? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Concord, KY? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Concord, KY? ▸
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Concord, KY? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Lewis County Judge Executive's office in partnership with Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction (DHBC) before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.