Owen County, KY — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Owen County Building Department

Street address

Owen County Health Department, 1005 Highway 22 East, Owenton, KY 40359

Phone

502-639-3218

Coverage

Monterey was administratively dissolved by the Kentucky Department for Local Government under SB 106 (public hearing October 26, 2023). Owen County now provides services, including building permits, for properties within the former city.

Online portal

Owen County FAQ

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Owen County

KRS 198B.060 covers the former Monterey area through the county now, so building/renovation/demolition work requires a permit before beginning.

Note: Not publicly listed; confirm exemptions with the inspector prior to construction.

Required documents

Plans
Plot plan
State affidavit per KRS 198B.060

Building code: The Uniform State Building Code (815 KAR 7:120) and Kentucky Residential Code (815 KAR 7:125) remain in force under the county program.
Permit validity: Not publicly posted; verify with the inspector.
Owner-builder: Owners must attest to contractor insurance compliance and consent to inspections pursuant to KRS 198B.060.
Contractor requirements: Contractors/subcontractors must comply with the workers' compensation and unemployment statutes referenced in KRS 198B.060.

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Not published; ask the inspector.

01

Call 502-639-3218 to initiate the permit for a property now under Owen County jurisdiction.
02

Submit the project information, plans, and KRS 198B.060 affidavit guaranteeing contractor insurance compliance.
03

The inspector reviews under 815 KAR 7:120/7:125 and arranges inspections; fees are confirmed at that time.

Typical processing time: Not published; ask the inspector.

Source: Owen County Building Department ↗

§ 04

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

502-639-3218 (phone)

Inspection hours: Tuesday mornings; other times arranged by appointment.

Typical sequence: The county follows the state codes for trade inspections, and applying for a permit is treated as consent to those visits.

§ 05

Frequently asked

Common questions about unincorporated Owen County permits

01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Owen County, KY? ▸

KRS 198B.060 covers the former Monterey area through the county now, so building/renovation/demolition work requires a permit before beginning.

02 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Owen County, KY? ▸

To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Owen County, KY, follow these steps: 1. Call 502-639-3218 to initiate the permit for a property now under Owen County jurisdiction. 2. Submit the project information, plans, and KRS 198B.060 affidavit guaranteeing contractor insurance compliance. 3. The inspector reviews under 815 KAR 7:120/7:125 and arranges inspections; fees are confirmed at that time.

03 How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Owen County, KY? ▸

Building permit processing times in unincorporated Owen County, KY typically run Not published; ask the inspector.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

04 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Owen County, KY? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Owen County, KY via: 502-639-3218.

last verified April 2026 source Owen County Building Department ↗ entry id permits/kentucky/owen/monterey

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Owen County Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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