City of Stanford

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.

Note: No public exempt-work list is provided on the application or referenced ordinances; applicants must check with code enforcement for clarification.

Building code

2013 Kentucky Building Code and 2013 Kentucky Residential Code

Permit validity

Permits become void if work is not begun within 365 days or if work is suspended for more than 365 days.

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.

Source: City of Stanford Code Enforcement / Building Inspection Office ↗

1. 01
   Complete the City of Stanford Building Permit Application, indicating project type (new home, addition, change of use, etc.).
2. 02
   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. 03
   Provide contractor/subcontractor information, including City of Stanford business license numbers and state license numbers for electrical, plumbing, or mechanical trades.
4. 04
   Submit the packet to Code Enforcement/Building Inspection with payment due at the time of submission.
5. 05
   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. 06
   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 ↗

• 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 sequence: Minimum four inspections: foundation/footing, rough-in/framing (after trades), mechanical/plumbing/HVAC rough-ins, and final inspection before occupancy.

Source: City of Stanford Code Enforcement / Building Inspection Office ↗