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City of Camargo

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

Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

City Clerk/Treasurer's Office

Street address
4406 Camargo Road, Camargo, KY 40353
Coverage
All properties within the incorporated City of Camargo.
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Camargo

Camargo's Ordinance No. 900.10 requires a permit before any mobile home is moved into or set up within the city; general construction remains subject to the statewide Kentucky building and residential codes.

Note: No public exempt-work list was located on the Camargo ordinances or forms pages; applicants should confirm exceptions directly with the clerk.

Required documents
  • Application
  • Survey plat showing lot meets minimum size and setback requirements
  • Appraisal (for pre-owned mobile homes)
Building code
2015 International Residential Code with 2018 Kentucky Residential Code amendments
Permit validity
Not addressed in the ordinance beyond issuance by the clerk.
Owner-builder
The owner must secure the permit before placement; the clerk confirms the owner's authorization on the application.
Contractor requirements
The ordinance requires the appraisal to be completed by a licensed appraiser; no additional local contractor licensing is listed.
§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Not specified in the ordinance or on the city's permit pages; follow up with the clerk.

  1. 01
    For mobile homes, submit the application to the City Clerk before relocating the unit, attaching a survey plat that demonstrates the lot meets the ordinance's lot-size and setback thresholds.
  2. 02
    Include an appraisal (when the unit is not brand new) that certifies a minimum value, pay the permit fee and certify that the mobile home is newer than 10 years; once all criteria are met, the clerk or designated inspector issues the permit.
  3. 03
    Contact the City Clerk for inspection scheduling or clarifications after issuance.

Typical processing time: Not specified in the ordinance or on the city's permit pages; follow up with the clerk.

Source: City Clerk/Treasurer's Office ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Camargo building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
A flat application fee is required for all covered mobile-home permits, with renewal fee noted in the amendment

Permits are issued after submission of all attachments and payment of the fee to the City Clerk.

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • (859) 498-9075 (phone)

Typical sequence: Not described publicly; follow clerk or inspector guidance after permit issuance.

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Camargo permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Camargo, KY?
Camargo's Ordinance No. 900.10 requires a permit before any mobile home is moved into or set up within the city; general construction remains subject to the statewide Kentucky building and residential codes.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Camargo, KY?
Building permit fees in Camargo, KY are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: A flat application fee is required for all covered mobile-home permits, with renewal fee noted in the amendment.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Camargo, KY?
To apply for a building permit in Camargo, KY, follow these steps: 1. For mobile homes, submit the application to the City Clerk before relocating the unit, attaching a survey plat that demonstrates the lot meets the ordinance's lot-size and setback thresholds. 2. Include an appraisal (when the unit is not brand new) that certifies a minimum value, pay the permit fee and certify that the mobile home is newer than 10 years; once all criteria are met, the clerk or designated inspector issues the permit. 3. Contact the City Clerk for inspection scheduling or clarifications after issuance.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Camargo, KY?
Building permit processing times in Camargo, KY typically run Not specified in the ordinance or on the city's permit pages; follow up with the clerk.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Camargo, KY?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Camargo, KY via: (859) 498-9075.
last verified April 2026 source City Clerk/Treasurer's Office ↗ entry id permits/kentucky/montgomery/camargo

Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City Clerk/Treasurer's Office before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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