City of Salem

Salem construction must comply with 815 KAR 7:120 and 7:125, covering structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and occupancy changes.

Note: No specific exempt-work list is posted; confirm exemptions with the county inspector before starting work.

Building code

Kentucky Uniform Statewide Building Code (815 KAR 7:120, 7:125)

Owner-builder

Owner-builders follow KHBC registration; Salem does not publish additional rules.

Contractor requirements

KHBC licenses are required for trades working inside Salem city limits.

1. 01
   Planners or builders call the county inspector (270-339-4188) to document the scope and necessary checklists.
2. 02
   Deliver site and trade plans to the inspector at the health department and pay the related fees.
3. 03
   If a commercial plan review is required, coordinate with KHBC as directed in the inspector listing.
4. 04
   Schedule subsequent inspections by calling the inspector for each phase.

Typical processing time: Not published; confirm timing when submitting the application.

Source: Livingston County Local Building Inspection (working with Salem city government) ↗

Payments are handled directly with the local inspector's office.

• 270-339-4188 (phone)

Inspection hours

Friday 8:00–9:00 a.m. CST; appointments arranged by phone on other days

Typical sequence: Managed per the permit, generally foundation, framing/trades, and finals; the inspector outlines the order during permit issuance.