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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Inez
The city defers to the 2018 Kentucky Building and Residential Codes, which cover construction, additions, alterations, relocations, and occupancy changes.
Note: No city-specific exempt-work list was found; applicants are directed to the local code official or DHBC for exemptions.
- Completed application
- Owner/contractor information
- Project description
- Compliance statements
- Plan sets
- Building code
- 2018 Kentucky Building Code (KBC) and 2018 Kentucky Residential Code (KRC)
- Permit validity
- Not published locally; verify when the permit is issued.
- Owner-builder
- No explicit owner-builder policy is posted; verify eligibility with the county or DHBC.
- Contractor requirements
- Plumbing, electrical, HVAC, manufactured housing, and elevator trades require state licenses; general building contractors rely on local licensing rules.
Application process
Typical processing: Not published; the issuing authority sets timelines.
- 01 Contact City Hall to describe the proposed work and be referred to the Martin County Judge Executive/DHBC reviewer as needed.
- 02 Compile the required documents and plan sets per the DHBC checklist (application, valuations, owner/contractor details, code statements).
- 03 Submit via SmartGov or the local fiscal court office, including the applicable valuation-based fee worksheet.
- 04 Pay fees, retrieve the approved permit, and schedule inspections using SmartGov or through the county office.
- 05 Complete inspections before obtaining the final report or certificate of occupancy.
Typical processing time: Not published; the issuing authority sets timelines.
Source: City of Inez City Hall ↗
Fee schedule
Inez building permit fees
Payments follow SmartGov or county-issued directions.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- SmartGov (online)
- (502) 573-0373 (phone)
- Inspection hours
- 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM Eastern
Typical sequence: Typical sequence: plan review, permit issuance, sequential inspections (footings, framing, services, finals), and final approval.
Source: City of Inez City Hall ↗
Frequently asked
Common questions about Inez permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Inez, KY? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Inez, KY? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Inez, KY? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Inez, KY? ▸
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Inez, KY? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Inez City Hall before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.