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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Campbellsville
Any excavation or construction of buildings/structures or the alteration/movement of existing ones cannot begin until the Building Inspector issues a permit.
Note: No public exempt-work list is posted; the ordinance requires a permit before excavation or construction, so verify allowances for minor maintenance with Codes Enforcement before proceeding.
- Plot/plan drawn to scale showing lot dimensions
- Shape/size/height/location of all structures
- Existing and intended uses of structures
- Number of dwelling units
- Adjoining yard depths
- Other essential data
- Building code
- Kentucky Building Code and Kentucky Residential Code (administered by the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction)
- Permit validity
- A building permit becomes void six months after issuance unless substantial progress has been made on the project.
- Owner-builder
- No owner-builder exemptions appear in the published materials; contact the Codes Enforcement Officer for confirmation before proceeding as an owner-builder.
- Contractor requirements
- No separate municipal contractor licensing policy is posted online; confirm licensing expectations with Codes Enforcement prior to starting work.
Source: City of Campbellsville Codes Enforcement / Building Inspector ↗
Application process
Typical processing: The Building Inspector must grant or deny within 14 days of application.
- 01 Submit a scaled plot or plan outlining lot dimensions, building locations, intended use and occupancy, yard depths, and any existing structures.
- 02 The Building Inspector reviews the submission, retains the record, and issues the permit if the proposed work complies; if denied the applicant is told the cause in writing.
- 03 After the permit is issued, coordinate inspections; final inspection must occur within three days of notification and a certificate of occupancy is issued once the structure conforms to the ordinance.
Typical processing time: The Building Inspector must grant or deny within 14 days of application.
Source: City of Campbellsville Codes Enforcement / Building Inspector ↗
Fee schedule
Campbellsville building permit fees
Sign permit fees can be paid in cash, charge, or check payable to the City of Campbellsville when submitting to Public Works. Contact the Codes Enforcement office for current amounts on other permit types.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- (270) 465-7011 (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Typical sequence: A final inspection must occur within three days after notification that the building is ready for occupancy, and the Building Inspector issues a certificate of occupancy upon compliance.
Source: City of Campbellsville Codes Enforcement / Building Inspector ↗
Frequently asked
Common questions about Campbellsville permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Campbellsville, KY? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Campbellsville, KY? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Campbellsville, KY? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Campbellsville, KY? ▸
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Campbellsville, KY? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Campbellsville Codes Enforcement / Building Inspector before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.