City of Gratz

The city follows KRS 198B.060's requirement that any building/renovation/demolition activity have a permit before work begins.

Note: Not publicly enumerated for Gratz; confirm with the inspector before beginning work believed to be exempt.

Building code

The city relies on the Uniform State Building Code (815 KAR 7:120) and Residential Code (815 KAR 7:125) as enforced by the county inspector.

Permit validity

Not published; confirm with the county inspector.

Owner-builder

Owners must assure compliance with contractors' insurance obligations and accept inspections under KRS 198B.060.

Contractor requirements

Contractor/subcontractor insurance compliance per KRS 198B.060 is required before a permit can be issued.

1. 01
   Call Owen County Building Inspector at 502-639-3218 to describe the Gratz project and request the county permit packet.
2. 02
   Submit the plan package and the KRS 198B.060 affidavit confirming contractor workers' compensation and unemployment coverage.
3. 03
   The inspector reviews compliance with 815 KAR 7:120/7:125 and schedules required inspections, with fees quoted at that time.

Typical processing time: Not published; ask the inspector when you call.

Source: City of Gratz / Owen County Building Inspector ↗

• 502-639-3218 (phone)

Inspection hours

Tuesday: 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM EST; other times by appointment through the county office.

Typical sequence: The county enforces 815 KAR 7:120/7:125 inspections for structural, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, etc., and applying for a permit signals consent to those inspections per KRS 198B.060.