City Building Permits

Midway, KY - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Kentucky Woodford County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the City of Midway; permits are processed by this shared commission. The building permit form lists Midway municipal phone (859-846-4413) for local water, sewer, and street questions.

Department
Versailles-Midway-Woodford County Planning Commission, Division of Building Inspection
Address
103 South Main Street, Suite 204, Versailles, KY 40383
Phone
859-873-8611
Website
https://www.woodfordplanning.org

Online Permit Portal

Open Building Permit Information

Platform: CivicPlus • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Confirm the work needs permitting and assemble the application, plans, and site documentation.
  2. File the application, floodplain documentation (if required), and $25 plan review fee with the Planning Commission.
  3. Allow 2–5 days for plan review (about a week for the full permit); once approved, pay the valuation-based fee and receive the permit.
  4. Schedule inspections via 859-873-8611 and follow the checklist's inspection sequence.
  5. Secure final approval or Certificate of Occupancy before occupying the building.

Typical processing time: Plan review usually takes 2–5 days and complete review wraps within a week.

Source: Versailles-Midway-Woodford County Planning Commission, Division of Building Inspection

General Requirements

Permits are required for construction, enlargement, occupancy/use changes, alterations, removal, relocation, demolition, decks/porches, basement conversions, attached/detached garages, pole barns/sheds, pools, fences, plumbing/electrical extensions, door/window reconfigurations, and land grading.

Required Documents

  • Signed application
  • Building plans
  • Site plan (including easements/setbacks)
  • Encroachment/access permit
  • Applicable utility permits
  • Water/sewer certification
  • Septic/site evaluation
  • Deed or plat
  • Floodplain paperwork
  • Optional energy code report
  • Business license (when required)
  • Building permit affidavit
  • Workers' compensation certificate
  • Homeowner's responsibility acknowledgement (if a homeowner is filing)
  • Fee payment
Permit validity
90-day start window, one-year completion, one six-month extension allowed.
Building code
Kentucky Residential Code (R110/R109.1.7) plus the Midway zoning ordinance
Owner-builder
The property owner must ensure a permit is obtained and final approval received before occupancy.
Contractor requirements
Electrical, plumbing, and HVAC work must comply with the cited codes and inspectors; work may be performed by licensed trade professionals or homeowners.

Fees

Plan check fee
$25 with a $50 180-day extension.
Permit fee formula
Residential $0.20/sf, commercial $0.25/sf with $250 minimum.
Penalty (no permit)
Double permit fees if work began without a permit.
Payment note
Remit fees to 103 South Main Street, Suite 204, Versailles, KY 40383.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Paving/repaving without enlargement
  • Replacing siding or roof
  • Ordinary non-structural repairs
  • Replacing windows or doors of equal size
  • Installing/removing internal non-load-bearing partitions

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • 859-873-8611 (phone)
Inspection hours
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM

Typical inspection sequence: Typical sequence: footing through final inspections as listed on the checklist.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Versailles-Midway-Woodford County Planning Commission, Division of Building Inspection before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Midway Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Midway, KY?
Permits are required for construction, enlargement, occupancy/use changes, alterations, removal, relocation, demolition, decks/porches, basement conversions, attached/detached garages, pole barns/sheds, pools, fences, plumbing/electrical extensions, door/window reconfigurations, and land grading.
How much does a building permit cost in Midway, KY?
Fees are calculated as: Residential $0.20/sf, commercial $0.25/sf with $250 minimum.. Plan check fee: $25 with a $50 180-day extension..
How do I apply for a building permit in Midway, KY?
1. Confirm the work needs permitting and assemble the application, plans, and site documentation. 2. File the application, floodplain documentation (if required), and $25 plan review fee with the Planning Commission. 3. Allow 2–5 days for plan review (about a week for the full permit); once approved, pay the valuation-based fee and receive the permit. 4. Schedule inspections via 859-873-8611 and follow the checklist's inspection sequence. 5. Secure final approval or Certificate of Occupancy before occupying the building.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Midway, KY?
Typical processing time is Plan review usually takes 2–5 days and complete review wraps within a week..
What work is exempt from building permits in Midway, KY?
The following work is generally exempt: Paving/repaving without enlargement; Replacing siding or roof; Ordinary non-structural repairs; Replacing windows or doors of equal size; Installing/removing internal non-load-bearing partitions.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Midway, KY?
Inspections can be scheduled via: 859-873-8611.

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