City Building Permits
Stanford, KY - 2026 Building Permit Guide
How to apply for a building permit in Stanford, Kentucky. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.
Permit Authority
All properties within the incorporated City of Stanford under city ordinance §152.266 and the Kentucky Building Code.
- Department
- City of Stanford Code Enforcement / Building Inspection Office
- Address
- 403 East Main Street, Stanford, KY 40484
- Phone
- (606) 365-4500
Online Permit Portal
Platform: Revize CMS • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only
Additional resources:
Application Process
- Complete the City of Stanford Building Permit Application, indicating project type (new home, addition, change of use, etc.).
- Attach required approvals and documentation: zoning/Planning Board sign-off, two copies of structural plans, truss diagrams/specs, soil evaluation, floor plan, wall section, lot diagram, and any restricted-covenant disclosures.
- Provide contractor/subcontractor information, including City of Stanford business license numbers and state license numbers for electrical, plumbing, or mechanical trades.
- Submit the packet to Code Enforcement/Building Inspection with payment due at the time of submission.
- Contact the listed trade inspectors (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, septic, addressing) along with Inspector Tim Scott for the minimum inspections (foundation/footing, rough-in/framing after trades, and final).
- Pass the final inspection and receive a certificate of occupancy (and lender letter if requested) before occupying the structure.
Typical processing time: Not published
Source: City of Stanford Code Enforcement / Building Inspection Office
General Requirements
All new construction, additions, decks, garages, swimming pools, and commercial use changes require the Stanford building permit and Kentucky energy code compliance per the application.
Required Documents
- Planning and zoning approval
- Structural plans
- Truss diagrams/specs
- Soil evaluation
- House plan (floor plan, wall section, lot diagram)
- Engineered beam documentation
- Neighborhood/covenant restrictions (if applicable)
- Contractor/subcontractor information with business license numbers
- Permit validity
- Permits become void if work is not begun within 365 days or if work is suspended for more than 365 days.
- Building code
- 2013 Kentucky Building Code and 2013 Kentucky Residential Code
- Contractor requirements
- Contractors must carry workers compensation and liability insurance, register under the city Occupational Tax Ordinance, hold a City of Stanford business license, and provide state license numbers for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work.
Fees
- Payment note
- Fees are due when the application is submitted and after required documents are provided. Contact the city's Code Enforcement office directly for fee amounts, as no detailed schedule is published.
Work That Does NOT Require a Permit
Contact the City of Stanford Code Enforcement / Building Inspection Office to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.
Inspections
How to Schedule
- Inspector Tim Scott (859) 339-0739 (phone)
- Code Enforcement Officer Jeff Knouse (606) 879-1002 (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Not stated
- Time windows
- Not stated
Typical inspection sequence: Minimum four inspections: foundation/footing, rough-in/framing (after trades), mechanical/plumbing/HVAC rough-ins, and final inspection before occupancy.
Additional Resources
- Building code: 2013 Kentucky Building Code and 2013 Kentucky Residential Code
- Zoning information: View zoning info
- City of Stanford Code Enforcement Page
- License lookup guide: Kentucky Contractor License Requirements
- Contract template: Kentucky Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
- Kentucky hub: Kentucky Contractor License & Permit Hub
Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of Stanford Code Enforcement / Building Inspection Office before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Stanford Building Permit FAQ
- Do I need a building permit in Stanford, KY?
- All new construction, additions, decks, garages, swimming pools, and commercial use changes require the Stanford building permit and Kentucky energy code compliance per the application.
- How do I apply for a building permit in Stanford, KY?
- 1. Complete the City of Stanford Building Permit Application, indicating project type (new home, addition, change of use, etc.). 2. Attach required approvals and documentation: zoning/Planning Board sign-off, two copies of structural plans, truss diagrams/specs, soil evaluation, floor plan, wall section, lot diagram, and any restricted-covenant disclosures. 3. Provide contractor/subcontractor information, including City of Stanford business license numbers and state license numbers for electrical, plumbing, or mechanical trades. 4. Submit the packet to Code Enforcement/Building Inspection with payment due at the time of submission. 5. Contact the listed trade inspectors (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, septic, addressing) along with Inspector Tim Scott for the minimum inspections (foundation/footing, rough-in/framing after trades, and final). 6. Pass the final inspection and receive a certificate of occupancy (and lender letter if requested) before occupying the structure.
- How long does it take to get a building permit in Stanford, KY?
- Typical processing time is Not published.
- How do I schedule a building inspection in Stanford, KY?
- Inspections can be scheduled via: Inspector Tim Scott (859) 339-0739, Code Enforcement Officer Jeff Knouse (606) 879-1002.
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