• Codes :  see link above for Ky building codes and Ky Residential Codes;  

  • Plumbing inspection and approval is handled by the State Health Department, using the 2013 Kentucky Plumbing Code. The For more information, see contact below.

  • The electrical code in effect is the 2011 National Electrical Code (AKA NFPA 70). Click here to order materials concerning this code.

  • Applicable mechanical codes are the 2012 International Mechanical Code and the 2009 National Fuel Gas Code (AKA NFPA 54).

  • The applicable energy code is the 2009 International Energy Conservation Code. 

 

TO OBTAIN COPIES OF THE KBC OR KRC Amendments

CONTACT: 
Department of Housing Buildings, and Construction 
Division of Building Code Enforcement 
101 Sea Hero Road, STE. 100 
Frankfort, KY 40601-5405 
Phone: 502-573-0373 
Fax: 502-573-1059

 

• State Projects:    Buildings that are 10,000 sq.ft. or more, intended for 100 or more occupancy, require a liqure license, or places such as churches with 300 or more seating all fall under the State Building House and Construction jurisdiction - please contact them at 502-573-0364 or contact our staff for general questions.

 

• County Projects: Buildings that are located outside of the city limits of Frankfort fall under the Franklin County Planning & Building Codes jusrisdiction - please contact them at 502-875-8701.

 

• City Projects:  Buildings within the City limits are reviewed and approved by the City's Building Inspector, when they do not fall within State Jurisdiction.

 

• Exempted projects:  the following exempt projects do not require a building permit, however, they do require a City Zoning permit.

  • detached buildings 200 sq.ft. or smaller;

  • fences 7' or shorter

  • retaining walls under 4' in height

  • detached decks when less than 30" above grade

  • play structures - swing sets and the like

  • above ground swimming pools

 

• before you build: 

  • 1) failure to obtain a required building permit before you begin construction will result in a permit fee of not less than $500.00 and may be higher!

  • 2) call 811 [Before You Dig] - at least 3 days before you plan to begin any work.