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Unincorporated Todd County

How to apply for a building permit in unincorporated Todd County, Kentucky. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Todd County Judge Executive's Office

Street address
200 East Washington Street (P.O. Box 355), Elkton, KY 42220
Coverage
The county handles permits and inspections in unincorporated Todd County, working through local city offices and the joint planning effort, including the Guthrie-Todd County Planning Commission. Mike Ousley (City of Guthrie) serves as the local building inspector for unincorporated areas.
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Todd County

Kentucky's statewide building and floodplain codes govern Todd County, so any new construction or alteration must clear the local inspector and the Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings & Construction inspectors listed for the county.

Note: Not published; contact county staff for clarification.

Required documents
  • Plans with location, drainage, and floodplain info
  • Professional certifications
  • Materials presented to the floodplain administrator
Building code
Kentucky Building Code and Residential Code as enforced by DHBC inspectors in Todd County (Spence Sowell, Jackie Story, Javan McGregor, John Baird, Dale Snyder).
Permit validity
Not published; contact the county judge executive's office
§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Not published; call the inspector lines for timing

  1. 01
    Contact the county judge executive's office, the city office covering the proposed work site, or the local building inspector, Mike Ousley, to determine the correct paperwork.
  2. 02
    Provide plans, floodplain information, and project details to the inspector.
  3. 03
    State building plans, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and elevator inspectors also participate in reviews.
  4. 04
    Inspections are scheduled through the inspector contacts, with final certificate-of-occupancy decisions relying on both local and state approvals.

Typical processing time: Not published; call the inspector lines for timing

Source: Todd County Judge Executive's Office ↗

§ 04

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • Local and State Inspectors (phone)
Inspection hours
State inspectors hold Thursday 8–9:30 a.m. open hours at the Todd County Health Department (617 West Main Street, Elkton); contact prior for appointments

Typical sequence: The local building inspector handles overall compliance, while state trade inspectors review their respective scopes, and a certificate is issued once all inspections are approved.

§ 05

Frequently asked

Common questions about unincorporated Todd County permits

01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Todd County, KY?
Kentucky's statewide building and floodplain codes govern Todd County, so any new construction or alteration must clear the local inspector and the Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings & Construction inspectors listed for the county.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Todd County, KY?
To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Todd County, KY, follow these steps: 1. Contact the county judge executive's office, the city office covering the proposed work site, or the local building inspector, Mike Ousley, to determine the correct paperwork. 2. Provide plans, floodplain information, and project details to the inspector. 3. State building plans, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and elevator inspectors also participate in reviews. 4. Inspections are scheduled through the inspector contacts, with final certificate-of-occupancy decisions relying on both local and state approvals.
03 How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Todd County, KY?
Building permit processing times in unincorporated Todd County, KY typically run Not published; call the inspector lines for timing. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Todd County, KY?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Todd County, KY via: Local and State Inspectors.
last verified April 2026 source Todd County Judge Executive's Office ↗ entry id permits/kentucky/todd/unincorporated

Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Todd County Judge Executive's Office before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.