City Building Permits

Cadiz, KY - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Kentucky Trigg County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Cadiz limits.

Department
City of Cadiz Building Inspection Program via City Hall
Address
63 Main Street, Cadiz, KY 42211
Phone
270-522-8244
Website
https://cadiz.ky.gov/Pages/Forms.aspx

Online Permit Portal

Open City of Cadiz Forms

Platform: City Hall in-person submittal • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Submit a building permit application with a dimensioned sketch or scale plan showing existing and proposed buildings, their location, footprint, height, and intended use to the Building Inspector/City Clerk.
  2. Provide any additional information requested by the Building Inspector during review so the inspector can determine ordinance compliance.
  3. Obtain a plumbing permit from the Trigg County Health Department (196 Main Street) during its Thursday 7:30-9:30 am window before starting plumbing or septic work.
  4. Acquire electrical and tap permits through City Hall (or Pennyrile Rural Electric for utility work), and tie new construction into the sewer system as required.
  5. The state-certified Building Inspector (Frank Wallace) reviews the plans, inspects construction progress, and issues a final certificate of occupancy after confirming code compliance and approved use.

Typical processing time: No fixed timeframe published; permit issuance determined at Building Inspector discretion within a reasonable time after submission.

Source: City of Cadiz Building Inspection Program via City Hall

General Requirements

Any excavation, construction, moving, or alteration of buildings or accessory buildings inside city limits must wait for the Building Inspector to issue a permit before work starts.

Required Documents

  • Completed building permit application
  • Dimensioned sketch or scale plan of the lot, buildings, and intended uses
  • Any additional data the inspector needs to confirm compliance
Permit validity
Permits expire six months after issuance unless substantial progress occurs before the deadline.
Building code
Kentucky Building Code and Kentucky Residential Code; all inspections must be performed by certified inspectors appointed by the city.
Owner-builder
The ordinance contains no owner-builder carve-out, so owner-builders must follow the same submission process and discuss any tailored requirements with the Building Inspector.
Contractor requirements
Contractors must comply with Cadiz's occupational license ordinance (Ordinance 08-01); specialty permits (such as signage) also reference business licensing.

Fees

Permit fee formula
Valuation-based schedule incorporated by reference in Section 150.04 (Ordinance 11-04); exact amounts must be obtained from City Clerk's office.
Payment note
Permit fees are collected at City Hall (63 Main Street) during business hours (Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm); no dedicated online payment portal available.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Cadiz Building Inspection Program via City Hall to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Building Inspector Frank Wallace at 270-619-0813 (via Cadiz-Trigg County Planning & Zoning) (phone)
  • Trigg County Health Department for plumbing inspections at 270-522-8121 ext. 5 (phone)
Scheduling deadline
Final inspections must occur within five days of readiness notification.
Inspection hours
City Hall: Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm; Plumbing inspections: Thursdays 7:30-9:30 am
Time windows
Plumbing permit window: Thursday 7:30-9:30 am; other inspections by appointment.

Typical inspection sequence: Plans are reviewed during permit issuance, progress inspections are performed by the certified inspector, and a certificate of occupancy is issued only after the inspector confirms compliance.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of Cadiz Building Inspection Program via City Hall before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Cadiz Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Cadiz, KY?
Any excavation, construction, moving, or alteration of buildings or accessory buildings inside city limits must wait for the Building Inspector to issue a permit before work starts.
How much does a building permit cost in Cadiz, KY?
Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based schedule incorporated by reference in Section 150.04 (Ordinance 11-04); exact amounts must be obtained from City Clerk's office..
How do I apply for a building permit in Cadiz, KY?
1. Submit a building permit application with a dimensioned sketch or scale plan showing existing and proposed buildings, their location, footprint, height, and intended use to the Building Inspector/City Clerk. 2. Provide any additional information requested by the Building Inspector during review so the inspector can determine ordinance compliance. 3. Obtain a plumbing permit from the Trigg County Health Department (196 Main Street) during its Thursday 7:30-9:30 am window before starting plumbing or septic work. 4. Acquire electrical and tap permits through City Hall (or Pennyrile Rural Electric for utility work), and tie new construction into the sewer system as required. 5. The state-certified Building Inspector (Frank Wallace) reviews the plans, inspects construction progress, and issues a final certificate of occupancy after confirming code compliance and approved use.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Cadiz, KY?
Typical processing time is No fixed timeframe published; permit issuance determined at Building Inspector discretion within a reasonable time after submission..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Cadiz, KY?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Building Inspector Frank Wallace at 270-619-0813 (via Cadiz-Trigg County Planning & Zoning), Trigg County Health Department for plumbing inspections at 270-522-8121 ext. 5. Final inspections must occur within five days of readiness notification..

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