City Building Permits

Eddyville, KY - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Eddyville, Kentucky. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Kentucky Lyon County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

The city limits of Eddyville sit within the Eddyville-Kuttawa-Lyon County joint planning area, so city permits follow the joint commission's processes.

Department
City of Eddyville Building Inspector / Zoning Administrator
Address
153 W. Main Street, PO Box 744, Eddyville, KY 42038
Phone
270-388-2226
Website
https://www.eddyvilleky.org

Application Process

  1. Reference the Eddyville Development Plan Approval Guidelines for the pre-application concept review and plan submission requirements.
  2. File the preliminary development plan with the required copies, construction plans, and associated certifications by the first working day of the month to align with the Planning Commission schedule.
  3. Meet with the Technical Review Committee, respond to comments, and resubmit the revised plans (three hard copies plus reduced 8.5"x11" sets) for commission mailings.
  4. Obtain Planning Commission approval, then submit and record the signed final plan before the building permit can be issued.
  5. Receive the permit and, after inspections, the certificate of occupancy once the approved improvements are complete.

Typical processing time: Preliminary submissions follow the six-week filing schedule noted in the guidelines. No additional timeline is given.

Source: City of Eddyville Building Inspector / Zoning Administrator

General Requirements

The zoning ordinance prohibits the erection, alteration, or use of land and structures until the building inspector issues the permit and, later, the certificate of occupancy.

Required Documents

  • Development plans including site preparation, grading, stormwater, and landscaping
  • Certification materials as listed in the development plan guidelines
  • Engineer and surveyor stamps and information
Building code
Kentucky's statewide 2015 International Building Code applies in Eddyville.
Owner-builder
The plan guidelines treat the applicant as the responsible owner/developer and require signed certifications. No separate owner-builder waiver appears in the ordinance; confirm with city hall when necessary.
Contractor requirements
No municipal contractor license is listed. Builders comply with the statewide code enforced by the inspector.

Fees

Payment note
No online payment portal is advertised. Arrange payment with City Hall staff directly.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Eddyville Building Inspector / Zoning Administrator to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Building Inspector Pat Rhodes (phone)
  • City Hall (phone)
Inspection hours
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM (approximate)

Typical inspection sequence: The inspector enforces the ordinance, so no occupancy is allowed until the certificate of occupancy is issued after approved improvements.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of Eddyville Building Inspector / Zoning Administrator before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Eddyville Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Eddyville, KY?
The zoning ordinance prohibits the erection, alteration, or use of land and structures until the building inspector issues the permit and, later, the certificate of occupancy.
How do I apply for a building permit in Eddyville, KY?
1. Reference the Eddyville Development Plan Approval Guidelines for the pre-application concept review and plan submission requirements. 2. File the preliminary development plan with the required copies, construction plans, and associated certifications by the first working day of the month to align with the Planning Commission schedule. 3. Meet with the Technical Review Committee, respond to comments, and resubmit the revised plans (three hard copies plus reduced 8.5"x11" sets) for commission mailings. 4. Obtain Planning Commission approval, then submit and record the signed final plan before the building permit can be issued. 5. Receive the permit and, after inspections, the certificate of occupancy once the approved improvements are complete.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Eddyville, KY?
Typical processing time is Preliminary submissions follow the six-week filing schedule noted in the guidelines. No additional timeline is given..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Eddyville, KY?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Building Inspector Pat Rhodes, City Hall.

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