County permits

McLean County

McLean County issues permits only for unincorporated areas. Inside an incorporated city? Pick the city below — its building department handles your permit.

§ 01 Unincorporated

Unincorporated McLean County.

If your property isn't inside an incorporated city, the county permit office handles your application directly.

Permit authority: McLean County Joint Planning and Zoning Commission
Website: Building Permit Application (PDF download) ↗
Online portal: Building Permit Application (PDF download) ↗
Phone: (270) 280-7671
Email: Use the Planning & Zoning contact form labeled Contact Group on the commission page
Address: McLean County Courthouse, 210 Main Street, P.O. Box 127, Calhoun, KY 42327

Full unincorporated McLean County permit guide →

§ 02 Jurisdictions

Cities in McLean County

Click any city for its full permit guide — authority, fees, application steps, inspections, and exempt work.

§ 03 County navigation

Information last verified for McLean County, Kentucky. Permit rules and fees change frequently — verify current requirements with the issuing department before applying. Jaspector is an educational reference, not legal advice.