The Building Division is responsible for monitoring permitted construction of new and existing buildings to ensure that work performed meets code and ordinance regulations. This division also provides technical assistance to other city agencies. This division inspects building, fire detection, fire suppression, moving, parking lot, signs, tents and wrecking permits.
Permit Required
Any owner or authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, remodel or change the occupancy of a building, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electorial, gas, mechanical or plumbing system the installation of which is regulated by this code, or to cause any such work to 
be done, shall first make application
to
the building official and obtain the required permit.
(Kentucky Building Code Section 105.1)
Other Cities
Applications for permits located in other cities within the Louisville Metro area must be accompanied by approval from the city in which it is located. To view a list of the other cities within Louisville Metro and their contact information in PDF format click here.
For the Building Permit Authorization form for other cities in PDF format click here.
Inspection Required
Construction or work for which a permit is required shall be subject to inspection by the building official and such construction or work shall remain accessible and exposed for inspection purposes until approved.
(Kentucky Building Code Section 109.1)
Permit Applications
Applications are in PDF format, Adobe Reader is required to view. To download and install Acrobat Reader for free click here.
