Unincorporated Trimble County

Building permits are required for new buildings, additions, remodels, garages, mobile/modular homes, accessory structures, decks, pools, and other structural work.

Note: No general exempt-work list is posted on the Planning & Zoning portal or permit packet. Applicants should request clarification on exemptions.

Building code

2018 Kentucky Residential Code with design parameters including 15 lb ground snow load and 24-inch footing depth.

Permit validity

Permits lapse if work is not started within six months or is suspended/abandoned for six months. Renewal fee: $100. Permit fees are nonrefundable after 30 days and are not transferable.

Owner-builder

The form requires the applicant/builder to sign. Contact the Planning & Zoning Administrator for owner-occupant questions.

Contractor requirements

Listing of licensed contractors and their certification numbers is required on the application.

1. 01
   Complete the building permit and zoning permit application with applicant/builder/owner data, work descriptions, construction cost, setbacks, utility information, and proof of insurance.
2. 02
   Submit the signed application, plan documents, and payment to Planning & Zoning at 68 Wentworth Ave or mail to PO Box 251, Bedford. Payment is due at application time; checks payable to Matthew Dunaway.
3. 03
   Following review, schedule inspections (footer, rough framing, final, etc.) by calling the building inspector at (502) 639-3218 and pay inspection fees directly to Matthew Dunaway.
4. 04
   After all inspections and fees are complete, request the issuance of the certificate of occupancy before the structure is occupied.

Typical processing time: Processing time must be confirmed when filing; no published timeline is available.

Source: Trimble County Building Division (Fiscal Court/Planning & Zoning) ↗

Permit and inspection fees are payable to Matthew Dunaway at 24 Oakwood Circle, Pendleton, KY 40055. Payment must be submitted when the application is filed. Inspection fees must be cleared prior to final approval and certificate of occupancy issuance.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

• (502) 639-3218 (phone)

Typical sequence: Residential footers must be inspected before concrete is poured. Rough framing is inspected after all mechanical work is in place. Final inspections occur after all systems are complete. Similar phased inspections cover commercial, multifamily, and accessory work.

Source: Trimble County Building Division (Fiscal Court/Planning & Zoning) ↗