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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.
- 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
Application process
Typical processing: Not published; call the inspector lines for timing
- 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.
- 02 Provide plans, floodplain information, and project details to the inspector.
- 03 State building plans, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and elevator inspectors also participate in reviews.
- 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
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- 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.
Frequently asked
Common questions about unincorporated Todd County permits
01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Todd County, KY? ▸
02 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Todd County, KY? ▸
03 How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Todd County, KY? ▸
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Todd County, KY? ▸
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.