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City of Centertown

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

Code adoption
Kentucky Building Code via DHBC oversight
Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

City Hall / City Clerk's Office, City of Centertown

Street address
816 Main Street / PO Box 517, Centertown, KY 42328-0516
Coverage
Centertown is a home rule-class city; no municipal planner or building inspector is listed, so the clerk coordinates land use questions with the county/state.
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Centertown

All structural, site, or occupancy changes must comply with the Kentucky Building Code enforced by DHBC.

Note: No exempt-work list was found; confirm any exemptions with City Hall.

Required documents
  • Plans
  • Dimensions
  • Utility/health approvals
Building code
Kentucky Building Code via DHBC oversight
Permit validity
Typically one year unless renewed; confirm with City Hall.
Owner-builder
Follow DHBC owner-builder guidance and coordinate with the clerk for any CO conditions.
Contractor requirements
Trades must hold DHBC licenses.
§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Not posted; callers are asked to verify timelines directly with City Hall.

  1. 01
    Call City Hall to request the current building permit form and determine whether the city or Ohio County will review the project.
  2. 02
    Provide scaled plans, structure information, and water/sewer or health approvals per Kentucky Building Code expectations.
  3. 03
    Pay the fees indicated by the clerk and coordinate inspections with either City Hall or the DHBC trade inspectors.
  4. 04
    Obtain the Certificate of Occupancy before the altered use is occupied.

Typical processing time: Not posted; callers are asked to verify timelines directly with City Hall.

Source: City Hall / City Clerk's Office, City of Centertown ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Centertown building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Penalty (no permit)
Enforcement follows DHBC misdemeanor penalties for unpermitted work.

Fees are paid at City Hall; no online payment instructions posted. Phone City Hall (270-232-5067) for current amounts.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • City Hall - 270-232-5067 (phone)
Inspection hours
City Hall phone and office hours are regular business hours (specific permit hours not posted).

Typical sequence: Plan review, permit issuance, inspections, then CO issuance per Article III cues.

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Centertown permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Centertown, KY?
All structural, site, or occupancy changes must comply with the Kentucky Building Code enforced by DHBC.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Centertown, KY?
To apply for a building permit in Centertown, KY, follow these steps: 1. Call City Hall to request the current building permit form and determine whether the city or Ohio County will review the project. 2. Provide scaled plans, structure information, and water/sewer or health approvals per Kentucky Building Code expectations. 3. Pay the fees indicated by the clerk and coordinate inspections with either City Hall or the DHBC trade inspectors. 4. Obtain the Certificate of Occupancy before the altered use is occupied.
03 How long does it take to get a building permit in Centertown, KY?
Building permit processing times in Centertown, KY typically run Not posted; callers are asked to verify timelines directly with City Hall.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Centertown, KY?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Centertown, KY via: City Hall - 270-232-5067.
last verified April 2026 source City Hall / City Clerk's Office, City of Centertown ↗ entry id permits/kentucky/ohio/centertown

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

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