City of Calvert City

Calvert City requires zoning compliance for construction, alterations, or change of use. Work in the public right-of-way or floodplain can trigger additional permits.

Note: No exempt-work list is publicly posted for Calvert City zoning. Assume new construction, alterations, or changes of use need a certificate.

Building code

Calvert City defers to the Marshall County Building Office, which enforces the 2013 Kentucky Building Code and 2013 Kentucky Residential Code.

Permit validity

Not publicly posted; confirm with the city.

Owner-builder

The applicant must certify that the submitted information is true and accurate and that they are authorized to proceed.

Contractor requirements

The county building permit form lists contractor license information. Electrical/system subcontractors must provide Kentucky license numbers when submitting to Marshall County.

1. 01
   Complete the Application for Zoning Compliance, specifying the action (new construction, alteration, or change of use) and providing owner, builder, and site information.
2. 02
   Attach supporting materials: a sketch showing structures, lot lines, dimensions, and distances for non-commercial projects. Commercial projects must include four copies of a site plan that satisfies Article 6.1B of the Calvert City Zoning Ordinance.
3. 03
   Submit the packet to City Hall with the required fee (call 270-395-7138 to confirm the current amount) and any additional documentation the compliance officer requests.
4. 04
   Once the city issues the certificate, include it in the Marshall County building permit submission to demonstrate zoning compliance.
5. 05
   Floodplain or right-of-way work also requires coordination with the county and city floodplain office.

Typical processing time: Not posted; contact the city for the latest review timeline.

Source: City Administrator / Zoning & Floodplain Administrator ↗

City compliance fees are paid at City Hall; building permit fees are paid to Marshall County with the submittal.

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

• 270-527-4744 (Marshall County Building Office) (phone)

Scheduling deadline

24-hour notice with permit number and site address.

Inspection hours

Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (approximately)

Typical sequence: Footing, foundation, framing, and final inspections are required for residential and commercial projects.