Salyersville, KY — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

City of Salyersville City Hall

Street address

P.O. Box 640, Salyersville, KY 41465

Phone

(606) 349-2409

Coverage

All properties within the incorporated City of Salyersville. The city has no local building inspector; code enforcement follows DHBC for structures beyond single-family dwellings.

Online portal

SmartGov Public Portal

SmartGov

Website

Department website

Additional resources

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Salyersville

Kentucky Building Code Section 121.1 mandates permits for new construction, alterations, removals, and other building operations inside city limits before work begins.

Scope of work

Permit?

Limited exceptions per Kentucky Building Code Section 1103.2

Exempt

Exempt Limited exceptions per Kentucky Building Code Section 1103.2

Note: Applicants inside city limits must consult the DHBC guide or building official for confirmation of exempt work.

Required documents

Completed plan application
Fee worksheet
Site plan
Structural plans
Electrical plans
Plumbing plans
Mechanical plans
Fire protection plans
Accessibility documentation
Energy compliance documentation
Special inspection statements

Building code: 2018 Kentucky Building Code (based on 2015 IBC suite) along with referenced NFPA/ICC standards
Permit validity: Approvals require full payment and completed submissions. Verify with DHBC regarding universal expiration.
Owner-builder: Affidavit of Assurances (KRS 198B.060) is required for state-level permits to show compliance with workers' compensation and unemployment insurance.
Contractor requirements: Same trade-license requirements apply under the DHBC regime: plumbing, electrical, HVAC, boiler, elevator, and sprinkler work must be performed by licensed contractors.

Source: City of Salyersville City Hall ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Not provided; contact (502) 573-0373 for the current review schedule.

01

Work with Salyersville City Hall to confirm zoning and municipal easements before preparing plans.
02

Determine jurisdiction: because the city lacks a local building program, DHBC is the reviewer for non-single-family projects.
03

Contact DHBC plan reviewers at (502) 573-0373 to coordinate the submission packet and clarify document requirements.
04

Submit the plan application, detailed exhibits, and fees through the SmartGov portal, attaching the necessary owner/contractor/engineer data required in the application form.
05

Include the applicable plan review fee, affidavit of assurances, and any special inspection statements before construction approval is granted.
06

Respond to resubmittal requests by emailing corrected sheets to HBC.plans@ky.gov.
07

Obtain construction approval after all fees and documents are verified.

Typical processing time: Not provided; contact (502) 573-0373 for the current review schedule.

Source: City of Salyersville City Hall ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Salyersville building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$285

Plan check fee

Based on Table 121.3.1 plan review fee schedule

Permit fee formula

Valuation-based using cost-per-square-foot multipliers by occupancy from Table 121.3.1, with additional specialty fees and 50% fast-track surcharge (not less than $400, not more than $3,000)

Fees are remitted to DHBC and made payable to the Kentucky State Treasurer.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

Contact DHBC at (502) 573-0373 (phone)

Inspection hours: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM EST

Typical sequence: Site/foundation review followed by shell and structural reviews, plus special inspections where required, before legal occupancy.

Source: City of Salyersville City Hall ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Salyersville permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Salyersville, KY? ▸

Kentucky Building Code Section 121.1 mandates permits for new construction, alterations, removals, and other building operations inside city limits before work begins.

02 How much does a building permit cost in Salyersville, KY? ▸

Building permit fees in Salyersville, KY are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $285. Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based using cost-per-square-foot multipliers by occupancy from Table 121.3.1, with additional specialty fees and 50% fast-track surcharge (not less than $400, not more than $3,000). Plan check fee: Based on Table 121.3.1 plan review fee schedule.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Salyersville, KY? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Salyersville, KY, follow these steps: 1. Work with Salyersville City Hall to confirm zoning and municipal easements before preparing plans. 2. Determine jurisdiction: because the city lacks a local building program, DHBC is the reviewer for non-single-family projects. 3. Contact DHBC plan reviewers at (502) 573-0373 to coordinate the submission packet and clarify document requirements. 4. Submit the plan application, detailed exhibits, and fees through the SmartGov portal, attaching the necessary owner/contractor/engineer data required in the application form. 5. Include the applicable plan review fee, affidavit of assurances, and any special inspection statements before construction approval is granted. 6. Respond to resubmittal requests by emailing corrected sheets to HBC.plans@ky.gov. 7. Obtain construction approval after all fees and documents are verified.

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Salyersville, KY? ▸

Building permit processing times in Salyersville, KY typically run Not provided; contact (502) 573-0373 for the current review schedule.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 What work is exempt from building permits in Salyersville, KY? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Salyersville, KY. The following work is generally exempt: Limited exceptions per Kentucky Building Code Section 1103.2. Note: Applicants inside city limits must consult the DHBC guide or building official for confirmation of exempt work. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Salyersville, KY? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Salyersville, KY via: Contact DHBC at (502) 573-0373.

last verified April 2026 source City of Salyersville City Hall ↗ entry id permits/kentucky/magoffin/salyersville

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