Unincorporated Montgomery County

Kentucky law (KRS 198B.060) requires local governments to employ a building official to enforce the statewide building code, so any work that alters structures, mechanical or plumbing systems needs a permit from the county inspector.

Note: Not listed online; contact the county inspector to confirm exemptions for fences, small structures, etc.

Building code

2015 International Residential Code with 2018 Kentucky Residential Code amendments

Permit validity

Not detailed on the county site.

Owner-builder

Not listed publicly.

Contractor requirements

Contractors must comply with the state licensing and affidavit rules under KRS 198B.060 when working under the county's authority.

1. 01
   Call the county building inspector to determine whether the proposed project falls under county jurisdiction or should be handled by the city offices; commercial projects are referred to the Kentucky DHBC inspector (Ric McNees).
2. 02
   Submit the building permit application, drawings, site plan and required documentation to the inspector's office once jurisdiction is confirmed.
3. 03
   Schedule inspections (footing, framing, final, etc.) through the same office after the permit is issued.

Typical processing time: Not published on the county page; call for current turnarounds.

Source: Montgomery County Building Inspector ↗

• (859) 498-8709 (phone)

Typical sequence: Not published; follow the inspector's instructions once the permit is issued.