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County permits

Shelby County

Shelby County issues permits only for unincorporated areas. Inside an incorporated city? Pick the city below — its building department handles your permit.

§ 01   Unincorporated

Unincorporated Shelby County.

If your property isn't inside an incorporated city, the county permit office handles your application directly.

Permit authority
Shelby County Building Inspector (Shelby County Fiscal Court)
Phone
(502) 633-0692
Address
419 Washington Street, Shelbyville, KY 40065
Full unincorporated Shelby County permit guide →
§ 02   Jurisdictions

Cities in Shelby County

Click any city for its full permit guide — authority, fees, application steps, inspections, and exempt work.

Information last verified for Shelby County, Kentucky. Permit rules and fees change frequently — verify current requirements with the issuing department before applying. Jaspector is an educational reference, not legal advice.