Unincorporated Owen County

KRS 198B.060 forbids issuing permits for building, construction, reconstruction, renovation, demolition, maintenance, or related activities unless those requirements are met and the applicant consents to inspection.

Note: Not publicly enumerated; verify with the inspector before beginning any work that you believe may be exempt.

Building code

The Uniform State Building Code (815 KAR 7:120) and the Kentucky Residential Code (815 KAR 7:125) are enforced statewide, and local governments must use state-certified inspectors to enforce those codes.

Permit validity

No duration is published online; confirm the validity and renewal rules with the inspector before payment.

Owner-builder

Owners must file the affidavit under KRS 198B.060 and accept inspections by local/state officials when they apply.

Contractor requirements

Permits will not be issued unless all contractors/subcontractors fulfill the Kentucky workers' compensation and unemployment requirements described in KRS 198B.060.

1. 01
   Call 502-639-3218 or visit the Owen County Health Department to describe the project and request the permit/application packet.
2. 02
   Submit the required project details along with to-scale plans/plot plans and the affidavit assuring all contractors/subcontractors have Kentucky workers' compensation and unemployment coverage, as required by KRS 198B.060.
3. 03
   The inspector reviews the submission for compliance with the Kentucky Building Code (815 KAR 7:120) and Kentucky Residential Code (815 KAR 7:125) and coordinates inspections; fees are collected after the review.

Typical processing time: Not published; ask the inspector for current turnaround.

Source: Owen County Building Department ↗

• 502-639-3218 (phone)
• Owen County Health Department (in-person)

Inspection hours

Tuesday: 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM EST; other times by appointment.

Typical sequence: The county inspection program follows the Kentucky Building/Residential Codes and is executed by certified building/electrical inspectors; applicants consent to these inspections with the permit application.