Plum Springs, KY — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Warren County Public Works, Building Services

Street address

1141 State Street, Bowling Green, KY 42101

Phone

270-843-5360

craig.hunt@ky.gov

Coverage

Thin city-side public data. No dedicated Plum Springs permit page was located. Based on Warren County Building Services stating it serves Warren County excluding only Bowling Green and Oakland, Plum Springs appears to route building permits through Warren County. KYTC stormwater local-contact records also list Plum Springs with Warren County contact Jack Wright at 270-843-5360.

Online portal

SmartGov

Website

Department website

Additional resources

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Plum Springs

New construction, alteration, relocation, demolition, change of occupancy, pools, fences, and storage sheds starting at 120 square feet. County FAQ states all new construction requires a permit, including agriculturally zoned property.

Note: No general county exempt-work list was posted on the cited building page. Accessory structures under 750 square feet on more than 5 acres may use a site plan in lieu of a full professional plot plan, but the county page does not say they are permit-exempt.

Required documents

Correct permit application
Building plans
Professionally drawn plot plan
Site plan and cross-section if eligible
SWPPP if over 1 acre disturbed
Right-of-way permit if new entrance onto a county road
Fire-protection waiver if water pressure is insufficient

Building code: County page states enforcement of Kentucky Building/Residential Codes and National Electric Code. Links to the 2018 Kentucky Residential Code and 2018 Kentucky Building Code.
Permit validity: Not clearly posted on the county building page.
Owner-builder: Not clearly posted on the county building page.
Contractor requirements: Warren County states all contractors working in the county are required to obtain a contractor's license and an occupational business license.

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Five business days for building permits after complete submittal; electrical permit review is 48 hours / 2 business days

01

Choose the correct Warren County application type, such as residential building, apartment, fence, manufactured or modular home, pool, short-term rental, or sign.
02

Prepare building plans and a professionally drawn plot plan.
03

If the work is an accessory structure under 750 square feet on more than 5 acres, submit a site plan instead of a full plot plan, with the applicable cross-section.
04

Add any special-condition materials, including right-of-way encroachment permit, fire-protection waiver, or SWPPP if disturbing more than 1 acre.
05

Confirm contractor licensing and occupational business license status.
06

Submit the application package to Warren County Building Services. County review begins after submittal and the permit is issued after review and fee payment.

Typical processing time: Five business days for building permits after complete submittal; electrical permit review is 48 hours / 2 business days

Source: Warren County Public Works, Building Services ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Plum Springs building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$45

Plan check fee

Electrical plan review fee is $100. No separate building plan-check line item was posted on the county building page.

Permit fee formula

Building permits are area based at $0.15 per square foot, with listed flat-fee exceptions such as pools, demolition permits, meter poles, decks, fences, cellular towers, and signs at $45. Residential electrical permits are $0.10 per square foot with four included inspections.

Reinspection fee

Electrical reinspection fee $50. County building page states at least a $500 fine for starting construction without first receiving a permit.

Portal notes applications are reviewed before payment is accepted and permits are issued.

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

270-843-5360 (phone)
SmartGov portal for approved contractors (online)

Inspection hours: Office hours Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM; allow at least two business days for inspections

Typical sequence: Footings, foundation/underfloor, framing, energy efficiency, final; certificate of occupancy follows approved required inspections

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Plum Springs permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Plum Springs, KY? ▸

02 How much does a building permit cost in Plum Springs, KY? ▸

Building permit fees in Plum Springs, KY are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $45. Fees are calculated as: Building permits are area based at $0.15 per square foot, with listed flat-fee exceptions such as pools, demolition permits, meter poles, decks, fences, cellular towers, and signs at $45. Residential electrical permits are $0.10 per square foot with four included inspections.. Plan check fee: Electrical plan review fee is $100. No separate building plan-check line item was posted on the county building page..

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Plum Springs, KY? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Plum Springs, KY, follow these steps: 1. Choose the correct Warren County application type, such as residential building, apartment, fence, manufactured or modular home, pool, short-term rental, or sign. 2. Prepare building plans and a professionally drawn plot plan. 3. If the work is an accessory structure under 750 square feet on more than 5 acres, submit a site plan instead of a full plot plan, with the applicable cross-section. 4. Add any special-condition materials, including right-of-way encroachment permit, fire-protection waiver, or SWPPP if disturbing more than 1 acre. 5. Confirm contractor licensing and occupational business license status. 6. Submit the application package to Warren County Building Services. County review begins after submittal and the permit is issued after review and fee payment.

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Plum Springs, KY? ▸

Building permit processing times in Plum Springs, KY typically run Five business days for building permits after complete submittal; electrical permit review is 48 hours / 2 business days. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Plum Springs, KY? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Plum Springs, KY via: 270-843-5360, SmartGov portal for approved contractors.

last verified April 2026 source Warren County Public Works, Building Services ↗ entry id permits/kentucky/warren/plum-springs

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Warren County Public Works, Building Services before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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