📋 Kentucky Permit Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| NEC Edition | 2023 |
| IRC Edition | 2015 |
| Permit Authority | Statewide. Kentucky Building Code. |
| Statewide Code | Yes |
| Licensing Board | See state website |
⚠️ Key Things to Know About Permitting in Kentucky
- Uses own Kentucky Plumbing Code — NOT IRC plumbing
- No IRC electrical — uses own electrical code
- Louisville Metro has own permit office
- Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction: dhbc.ky.gov
📍 Cities in Kentucky — Permit Guides
📍 Louisville
Louisville Metro Office of Construction Review
📍 Lexington
Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government — Division of Building Inspection
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